Catchword
Pronunciation
- IPA: /ˈkætʃwÉœËd/
Full definition of catchword
Noun
catchword
(plural catchwords)- A word under the right-hand side of the last line on a book page that repeats the first word on the following page.
- A word or expression repeated until it becomes representative of a party, school, business, or point of view.
- Among theatrical performers, the last word of the preceding speaker, which reminds one that he is to speak next; cue.
Synonyms
- (word under right-hand side): guide word
- (word repeated to become representative): watchword