dog tag

dog tag

n.

1. A metal identification disk attached to a dog's collar.

2. A metal identification tag worn on a chain around the neck by members of the armed forces.

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dog tag

n

(Military) slang US a military personal-identification disc

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dog′ tag`

n.

1. a small disk attached to a dog's collar stating owner, address, etc.

2. a metal identification tag worn or carried by armed forces personnel.

3. Informal. any identification tag.

[1915–20]

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Thesaurus

Noun	1.	dog tag - military identification tag worn on a chain around the neck tag, ticket - a label written or printed on paper, cardboard, or plastic that is attached to something to indicate its owner, nature, price, etc.
	2.	dog tag - metal plate on a dog collar bearing its registration number tag, ticket - a label written or printed on paper, cardboard, or plastic that is attached to something to indicate its owner, nature, price, etc.

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Translations

Erkennungsmarke