Watchword

"Watchword" in Spanish

consigna

(word used as expressive of a principle)

contraseña

(a prearranged reply to the challenge of a sentry or a guard)

lema

(word used as expressive of a principle)

santo y seña

(a prearranged reply to the challenge of a sentry or a guard)

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