RED TAG Definition & Meaning

red tag

noun

a tag or other marker colored red and used to categorize something for a special purpose:
Items with a red tag are on sale today.

red-tag

[ red-tag ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

verb (used with object)

red-tagged, red-tagging.

to attach a red tag to, as merchandise for special sale.
to identify for a specific purpose; earmark:
The inspector red-tagged the restaurant for health violations.

adjective

pertaining to or composed of something that has been red-tagged:
the store's annual red-tag sale.

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of red tag¹

First recorded in 1885–90

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On Dec. 23, 2024, three days before the fire, the city placed red tag notices around the building, warning about a building or wall that could fall down.

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She described airlines as the "first line of defence" and pointed out that laws require them to isolate, put a red tag on and lock up in a secure vault any potentially "bogus parts".

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“We’re going to red tag it all,” he added.

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But if there’s visible damage to the heater, or if the gas company disconnects service and leaves a red tag on the furnace, take a picture and keep a copy for your records.

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Told by a Sky reporter that the Taliban were a "red tag bunch of thugs", Raab said: "I'm not going to dissent from that view but they are now in power, and we now need to deal with that reality."

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