tag
Translation
tag, label, price tag
Examples
Check the price tag on that shirt.
Check the price tag on that shirt.
The children are playing tag in the yard.
The children are playing tag in the yard.
He put a name tag on his luggage.
He put a name tag on his luggage.
Grammar Patterns
a price ((tag)) Check the price tag.
a name ((tag)) He wore a name tag.
to play ((tag)) Let's play tag.
Similar Words
Synonyms: label, marker, sticker
Etymology
Of uncertain origin, possibly from Middle English 'tagge' (a dangling piece).
Memory Tips
Think of a small piece 'attached' to something bigger. A price tag is attached to an item.