noun / verb
tag
TAG/tæɡ/
A label or mark used to identify something.
The paper tag displays a price for the folded sweater.
Etymology
Tag earlier meant a small piece hanging from a garment; its deeper origin is uncertain. The later label sense carries forward the idea of a small attached piece, now bearing identifying information.
In context
Delilah reached for the tag that hung on the dolls wrist my name is Ella
More examples
- Each seedling has a tag showing its variety.
- Museum staff tag each artifact before placing it in storage.
- I tagged the recipe with keywords to make it easier to find.
Forms
tag · tags · tagged · tagging
Similar words
- label
- Usually gives written information, rather than just a distinguishing mark.
- identifier
- Can be a name or code without a physical label.