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Plural for a label that provides information
“Detailed washing instructions are provided on the tag attached to the sweater.”
Plural for a label attached for the purpose of identification
“He noticed he was an intern at the hospital by his scrubs and the tag on his shirt labeling him as such.”
Plural for a shape or sign used to represent a collective group
“Emblazoned at the front of the complex is the company's famous tag.”
Plural for a nickname or description popularly given to someone or something
“In 2002, the pair made a documentary entitled Ballet Boyz, and they haven't been able to shake off the tag since.”
Plural for a frequently repeated quotation or stock phrase
“He would paraphrase a tag from one of his holy books as he chastised us.”
Plural for a small flap or loop, typically found in clothing
“He hung his jacket up by its tag.”
To give a specified name or description to
“He talks with amusement at the labels people have tried to tag him with.”
(tag along with) To follow or accompany someone
“We're going to the pub after work, and you're more than welcome to tag along with us.”
To pursue, typically in order to keep track of, or to apprehend, someone
“Gone are the days when we would tag behind them like a puppy.”
To add to something, especially as an afterthought or with no real connection
“She meant to tag her question on at the end of her remarks.”
To attach a label to
“Clearly tag each item with the relevant details.”
To choose, select, or pick out from a list or group
“Did you decide to tag this day as a day to confess all of your sins?”
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