Word Meaning

Meaning of "shibboleth" and the crossword clue

- Catchword
- A word which was made the criterion by which to distinguish the Ephraimites from the Gileadites. The Ephraimites, not being able to pronounce sh, called the word sibboleth. See Judges xii.
- Also in an extended sense.
- Hence, the criterion, test, or watchword of a party; a party cry or pet phrase.