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/tæɡ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A label attached to someone or something for the purpose of identification or to give other information.
He bought a new shirt that still had the tag on it.
A small piece of paper, plastic, or other material attached to an object.
The tag on the luggage had her name and address.
A category or keyword assigned to a piece of information to facilitate its identification or organization.
The blog post was tagged with 'technology' and 'education'.
verb
To attach a label to something.
Please tag the items so we can keep track of them.
To identify or designate someone or something with a specific label.
She tagged her friend in the photo on social media.
To mark or identify for special attention.
He tagged the important dates on the calendar.
Etymology
Middle English 'taggen' meaning 'to touch lightly; to fasten' derived from the Old Norse 'tagga'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tag along
To accompany someone casually.
tag team
To work together with someone in a cooperative manner.
tag out
To substitute for someone in a task or game.
Related Words
label
A piece of paper, cloth, or other material attached to something to identify it.
marker
A writing instrument used for drawing or labeling.
identifier
Something used to identify a person or thing.
Slang Meanings
To tag someone in a social media post.
I just tagged you in that funny meme on Instagram.
To nominate or challenge someone to do something.
I tag you to take on this challenge next!