war cry

noun

1. a cry, word, phrase, etc., shouted in charging or in rallying to attack; battle cry.
2. a slogan, phrase, or motto used to unite a political party, rally support for a cause, etc.

war cry

noun

1. a rallying cry used by combatants in battle
2. a cry, slogan, etc, used to rally support for a cause

Word History and Origins

Origin of war cry¹

First recorded in 1740–50

Example Sentences

The moment he raised his war-cry, they would overpower the soldiers, and then the castle would offer no resistance.

From Project Gutenberg

At this moment Douglas came on the scene, raised his war-cry, and pressed hard on the English, who manfully defended themselves.

From Project Gutenberg

The garrison were making merry in the hall, when the Scots burst in upon them with the Douglas war-cry.

From Project Gutenberg

Bruce marking the effect shouted his war-cry and urged his men to their utmost efforts.

From Project Gutenberg

He made right for the King's pavilion, and, shouting his war-cry, actually 'cut two or three of its cords.'

From Project Gutenberg