tagline

noun

tag·​line ˈtag-ˌlīn 

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

Synonyms

• banner
• catchphrase
• cry
• shibboleth
• slogan
• watchword

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

Under the symbol sits the new tagline, shown off for the first time, which reads 'time didn't heal anything'. —Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024

Today, Psycho Bunny delivers a premium experience through its tagline, The Bold Standard, an homage to confidence, sophistication, individuality, and self-expression. —Karin Eldor, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024

The diamonds of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills were shining bright under the Miami sun for Bravo Fan Fest, where the taglines for Season 14 were revealed. —Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 23 Nov. 2024

Joan Rivers’ stand-up tagline had a way of turning audiences into confidants. —Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Kids Definition

tag line

noun

: a final line (as in a joke)