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| dog tag |
a usu. metal identification tag to be attached to a dog's collar. [2 definitions] |
| label |
a slip of paper or cloth tag that bears information as to the contents, destination, owner, or use of something to which it is attached. [1/7 definitions] |
| license plate |
a metal tag or plate displayed on a motor vehicle and bearing a registration number that qualifies the vehicle as legal to drive on public highways and roads. |
| number plate |
(chiefly British) a metal tag or plate displayed on a motor vehicle and bearing a registration number that qualifies the vehicle as legal to drive on public highways and roads; license plate. |
| tag1 |
to attach a tag or tags to, as one or more items for sale. [1/9 definitions] |
| tag2 |
to touch (a player) in the game of tag, or in a similar game. [1/4 definitions] |
| tagboard |
a heavy cardboard used for mountings, posters, and the like; oak tag. |
| tail end |
the very last part of anything; tag end; conclusion. (See rear end.) |
| ticket |
a label or tag, usu. attached, bearing information as to contents, price, or destination, as of a package, shipment, or garment. [2/10 definitions] |
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