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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.
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

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Whereas the Dodgers cherish the history of their classic blue-and-white uniforms, the bat-flipping Padres scoff, “OK, Boomer,” and don their retro brown and yellowish gold, sort of a California Mission statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2021

Mission statement signed by Billy Payne $250 12.

From Time Magazine Archive

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