tagline
|tag/line|
B2
/ˈtæɡˌlaɪn/
memorable brand phrase
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tagline' originates from the English word 'tag,' which meant 'a label or identifying mark,' combined with 'line,' referring to a sentence or phrase.
Historical Evolution
'tag' transformed from the Old English word 'teag,' meaning 'a mark or sign,' and 'line' from the Old English 'līn,' meaning 'a string or cord.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'tag' meant 'a mark or sign,' and 'line' referred to a string or cord. Over time, 'tagline' evolved to mean a memorable phrase associated with a brand or product.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a memorable phrase or sentence that is closely associated with a product, brand, or campaign, often used in advertising.
The company's tagline is 'Just Do It.'
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45