Dog Tag

Pronunciation: /dɔːɡ tæɡ/

Definitions of dog tag

noun a small metal plate or tag worn on a dog's collar, typically bearing the dog's name and the owner's contact information

Example Sentences

A1 I found a lost dog tag on the street.

A2 My dog tag has my name and phone number on it in case he gets lost.

B1 The soldier wore his dog tag around his neck at all times.

B2 The dog tag had the soldier's blood type and medical information engraved on it.

C1 The dog tag was a symbol of the soldier's identity and service in the military.

C2 The dog tag was a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who serve in the armed forces.

Examples of dog tag in a Sentence

formal The soldier wore his dog tag around his neck at all times.

informal Hey, make sure you remember to grab your dog tag before we head out.

slang I love my new dog tag bling, it's so cool.

figurative Her dog tag symbolized her commitment to the cause.

Grammatical Forms of dog tag

• past tense: dog tagged
• plural: dog tags
• comparative: more dog tag
• superlative: most dog tag
• present tense: dog tagging
• future tense: will dog tag
• perfect tense: have dog tagged
• continuous tense: is dog tagging
• singular: dog tag
• positive degree: dog tag
• infinitive: to dog tag
• gerund: dog tagging
• participle: dog tagged

Origin and Evolution of dog tag

First Known Use: 1940 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'dog tag' originated during World War II as a way to identify soldiers and their personal information in case of injury or death.

Evolution of the word: Originally used specifically for military identification purposes, 'dog tag' has evolved to be commonly used in civilian contexts as well to refer to any type of identification tag worn around the neck.