English Expression · Intermediate
short tag
to check a bag through to an intermediate point on an itinerary rather than the destination
Pronunciation: say short tag
Meaning
to check a bag through to an intermediate point on an itinerary rather than the destination.
Example
The airline agent had to short tag my luggage because I was stopping over in Chicago before my final destination.
The airline agent had to short tag my luggage because I was stopping over in Chicago before my final destination.
Practice tips
- Practice short tag out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.