identification tag

American  

noun

1. either of two oblong metal tags, issued to armed forces personnel, on which are impressed the serial number, name, etc., of the person to whom it is issued, and carried on or about the person at all times.

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Etymology

Origin of identification tag

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

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identification tag

None of the families the AP interviewed received an identification tag or certificate that experts say are usually given to ensure cremations are authentic.

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 19, 2023

She scanned its carapace for a GPS tracker or an identification tag.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 17, 2022

When the two spoke over FaceTime, Mr. Byrne saw Mr. Hayes was dressed like a computer “nerd” and wearing someone else’s identification tag, Mr. Byrne said.

From New York Times ● Jun. 26, 2022

North Korea has returned 55 boxes believed to contain the remains of US troops killed during the Korean War, but included just one military identification tag, US officials say.

From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2018

For duty in the field it consists of the service hat, with cord sewed on, service coat or sweater, service breeches, olive-drab flannel shirt, leggings, russet-leather shoes, and identification tag.

From Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Infantry of the Army of the United States, 1917 To be used by Engineer companies (dismounted) and Coast Artillery companies for Infantry instruction and training by United States War Department