motto

noun/ˈmɑtoʊ/

Frequency rank: #5,902 most common English word

Meaning

a short phrase that expresses the guiding belief or purpose of a person, group, or organization.

Illustration for the English word “motto”

Example sentence

Our school's motto is 'Learn today, lead tomorrow.'

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