social tagging

noun

Computers.

1. the practice of generating electronic tags or keywords by users rather than specialists as a way to classify and describe online content.

   Social tagging can enhance students' access to online collections of art.

Word History and Origins

Origin of social tagging¹

First recorded in 2005–10

Example Sentences

Since social tagging by members is encouraged, the process is painless – and yields amazing results.

From US News

For example, social tagging + retro photo trend = Instagram.

From Inc