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tag·ger

 (tăg′ər)
n.
1. One that tags, especially the pursuer in the game of tag.
2. taggers Very thin sheet iron, usually plated with tin.
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taggers

(ˈtæɡəz)
pl n
(Metallurgy) very thin iron or steel sheet coated with tin
[C19: perhaps so called because it was used to make tags for laces]
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