catchphrase vs watchword

catchphrase

noun
  • A signature phrase of a particular person or group. 

  • A repeated expression, often originating in popular culture. 

watchword

noun
  • A word used as a motto, as expressive of a principle, belief, or rule of action; a rallying cry. 

  • A prearranged reply to the challenge of a sentry or a guard; a password or signal by which friends can be known from enemies. 

How often have the words catchphrase and watchword occurred in a corpus of books? (source: Google Ngram Viewer )