tag out
The term "tag out" is versatile and used in various contexts including sports, industrial safety, and workplace shifts.
Definition
B2Baseball
(sports)To put a runner out by touching them with the ball or the glove holding the ball while they are not on a base.
Example
- The shortstop managed to tag out the runner before he reached second base.
B2Professional Wrestling
(sports)To touch a teammate to switch places in the ring during a tag team match.
Example
- The wrestler quickly tagged out to let his partner take over the match.
C1Industrial Safety
(technical, safety)To label machinery as unsafe or under maintenance, ensuring it is not used until it is safe.
Example
- Before starting the repairs, the technician made sure to tag out the faulty machine.
B1Workplace
(informal)To replace another person or take another person's place, such as during a shift change.
Example
- After working for eight hours straight, it was time for John to tag out and let his colleague take over.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "tag out":
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