Tag
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British pronunciation/tˈæɡ/
American pronunciation/ˈtæɡ/

Definition & Meaning of "tag"

Tag
01

a children’s game played by two or more children, in which one runs after the others and tries to touch them, the touched player then has to run after the others instead

tag definition and meaning

What is "tag"?

Tag is a simple and active game where one player is chosen to be "it" and must chase the other players to try to touch or "tag" them. Once a player is tagged, they become "it" and must try to tag someone else. The game continues as players run and try to avoid being tagged by "it." There are many variations of tag, with some involving safe zones where players can avoid being tagged for a short time. Tag is commonly played outdoors and helps children develop physical fitness, speed, and social skills.

02

a small label attached to goods displaying their price

03

(in professional wrestling) the act of touching a teammate to switch places in a match

What is a "tag"?

In professional wrestling, a tag refers to a situation in a team match where one wrestler physically touches their partner to switch places, allowing the fresh partner to enter the match and continue fighting. This is often done to give each wrestler a break while the other team member takes over. Tag matches usually involve teams of two or more wrestlers, with the rules allowing wrestlers to tag in and out as long as the tag is clear and legal. The goal is to outlast the opposing team, using strategy and teamwork to gain an advantage.

04

a small piece of cloth or paper

05

a label associated with something for the purpose of identification

06

(in baseball) the action of touching a runner with the ball or glove to get them out

What is a "tag"?

A tag in baseball or softball happens when a defensive player touches a runner with the ball or the glove holding the ball in an attempt to get them out. This can occur when the runner is not on a base or when the defensive player is trying to stop the runner from reaching a base. If the runner is tagged before reaching the base, they are out. A tag is a common way for fielders to end a play and is important for preventing the other team from scoring or advancing.

to tag
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to securely attach a small piece of identification or information to an item

Transitive: to tag sth
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The museum curator will tag each exhibit with relevant historical information.
The gardener will tag each plant in the nursery for proper identification.
I will tag the suitcase with my name and contact information before the flight.
02

to label or identify someone or something with a specific descriptive term or nickname

Complex Transitive: to tag sb/sth as sth
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She playfully tagged her brother as the king of dad jokes for his endless supply of puns and one-liners.
The community started to tag the abandoned building as the haunted house because of its eerie appearance.
03

to touch someone lightly as part of a game

Transitive: to tag sb
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He reached out and tagged his friend on the shoulder, signaling that it was now their turn to hide.
The children laughed as they chased each other around the yard, trying to tag one another.
In the game of tag, you have to run fast to avoid being tagged by the other players.
04

to embellish or enhance a piece of writing, particularly blank verse or prose, by introducing rhymes or rhyming elements

Transitive: to tag a piece of writing with rhymes
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The poet sought to tag his verses with subtle rhymes, adding depth to his blank verse.
She decided to tag her prose with occasional rhymes, giving her narrative a lyrical quality.
As an experiment, he decided to tag his short story with rhyming elements.
05

to follow and stay close to someone

Transitive: to tag sb
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The younger siblings always tagged their older brother, never wanting to be far from his side.
During the hike, the group tagged the experienced mountaineer to ensure they stayed on the right trail.
The police officers tagged the suspect as he moved through the crowded market, maintaining constant surveillance.
06

to associate or label someone or something in a post, comment, or photo, typically by using their username or adding relevant keywords, enabling others to easily find or identify them when viewing the content

Transitive: to tag sb in social media content
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I always tag my favorite artists in my drawings inspired by their work.
I 'll tag the author of this article in my tweet to give them credit for their insightful work.
He 's the one who always tags us in those hilarious memes on Facebook.
07

(in baseball) to touch a runner with the ball or glove to get them out

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(of a runner in baseball) to touch a base with their foot while advancing to ensure they are moving legally, especially after a fly ball is caught

09

(of a fielder in baseball) to touch a base with their foot to get a runner out during a force play

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