DOGTAG

Dog tag

A dog tag is the informal name given to the identification tags worn by military personnel, because of their resemblance to actual dog tags. The tag is primarily used for the identification of dead and wounded and essential basic medical information, such as blood type and history of inoculations, along with providing religious preference. Dog tags are usually fabricated from a corrosion-resistant metal although, they have been made from whatever was available.

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dog tag

Noun

  1. A small metal disk, attached to a dog's collar, containing identification information
  2. The identification tags worn around the neck by military personnel


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