price tag

noun

1. a label or tag that shows the price of the item to which it is attached.

price tag

noun

1. a ticket or label on an article for sale showing its price
2. the cost, esp of something not usually priced

   the price tag on a top footballer

Word History and Origins

Origin of price tag¹

An Americanism dating back to 1880–85

Example Sentences

Trump has said there's no price tag so there is already a tremendous amount of activity taking place in the private sector, with private prison and airplane businesses gearing up for some major government contracts.

From Salon

However, the reduced price tag is not worth the extra risk and can burden buyers with long-term insurance costs.

From Science Daily

That leaves a shortfall of around £150m if the stadium is to be completed to the current price tag.

From BBC

But Democrats and immigration experts are warning there is a price tag, and it's a big one.

From Salon

He opted for deals over delicate diplomacy and often put a price tag on America’s friendships.

From BBC

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