geotag

[ jee-oh-tag ]

noun

1. a piece of data embedded in a digital media file to indicate geographical information about the subject, usually latitude and longitude.

verb (used with or without object)

, ge·o·tagged, ge·o·tag·ging.

1. to add geotags to (photos or other digital media):

   A GPS-equipped camera lets you geotag your photos and videos.

Word History and Origins

Origin of geotag¹

First recorded in 1995–2000; geo- + tag ¹

Example Sentences

“It was frustrating to me that nobody seemed to understand how essential it was to have a geotag to know where an elderly person was or to know where your chemo patient was staying,” Baltezore said.

From Los Angeles Times

For instance, users with precise location switched on will see options for locations nearer to them when trying to add a geotag to an Instagram Story or post.

From BBC

In March, Petito shared a photograph on Instagram with a geotag for the Appalachian Trail in Georgia.

From Fox News

In March, Petito shared a photograph on Instagram with a geotag for the Appalachian Trail in Georgia.

From Fox News

In March, Petito shared a photograph on Instagram with a geotag for the Appalachian Trail in Georgia.

From Fox News