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
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Then, the women of nu-The Real Housewives of New York City debuted their new taglines on Today With Hoda & Jenna. Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2024 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 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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“Tagline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tagline. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

tag line

noun
: a final line (as in a joke)
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