battle cry

English

Noun

battle cry (plural battle cries)

  1. (military) An exclamation troops yell out when going to war or battle.
    • 2011, Shayfer James (lyrics and music), “Battle Cry”, in Counterfeit Arcade, performed by Shayfer James:
      Hear my battle cry, hear that mighty sound / They’ve come before, and many more will try to strike me down
  2. (by extension) A strong motto or purpose statement, especially in regards to winning a goal in sports, games or work.

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