mission statement

American  

noun

1. an official document that sets out the goals, purpose, and work of an organization.

2. 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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mission statement British  

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of mission statement

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

“What about a motto or a mission statement on the back too?”

From Literature

The book included items such as the mission statement of the school, the honor code, the cadet resolution, and all of the military and cadet ranks.

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I have enclosed some additional literature about the Foundation, including our mission statement, a brochure featuring past activities and successes, as well as some information about our future goals, both short- and long-term.

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“We obviously know the mission statement at Beecher Prep, Hal: we practically wrote it! Let’s cut to the chase—what’s going on?”

From Literature

And what could be better and more in line with the Miss Teen Dream mission statement than having them find that we have tamed and beautified this island?

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