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noun
an official document that sets out the goals, purpose, and work of an organization.
a written statement that sets out one’s personal goals for the future: Having a personal mission statement brings focus to your life.
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Origin of mission statement

First recorded in 1965–70
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mission statement

noun
an official statement of the aims and objectives of a business or other organization
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