(Hebrew) a slogan, catchword; a custom or usage regarded as a criterion for distinguishing membership [n -S]
A custom, principle, or belief distinguishing a particular class or group of people, esp. a long-standing one regarded as outmoded or no longer important
a peculiarity of pronunciation, behavior, mode of dress, etc., that distinguishes a particular class or set of persons.
a word or saying used by adherents of a party, sect, or belief and usually regarded by others as empty of real meaning.