tagline

noun

tag·​line ˈtag-ˌlīn How to pronounce tagline (audio)
1
: a reiterated phrase identified with an individual, group, or product : slogan
2
: a final line (as in a play or joke)
especially : one that serves to clarify a point or create a dramatic effect

Examples of tagline in a Sentence

the tagline from the drug company's ad campaign backfired and quickly became fodder for late-night comedians
Recent Examples on the Web
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That was the tagline of 1979’s Alien, which starred Sigourney Weaver as Ellen Ripley, whose spaceship is invaded by a violent xenomorph. Victoria Edel, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024 To quote a familiar Marvel Cinematic Universe tagline, it's all connected. Nick Romano, EW.com, 24 Oct. 2024 The stars of The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 9 have new taglines, which Bravo released alongside the new opening titles. Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2024 Which turns out to be a good tagline for the Beaumier brand as a whole. Ann Abel, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for tagline 

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of tagline was in 1926

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Cite this Entry

“Tagline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tagline. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

tag line

noun
: a final line (as in a joke)
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