Synonyms for

Tab

Verb / tæb / Another word for tab — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a small flap or strip of material attached to something for holding, pulling, or manipulating it

Synonyms & similar words

tabkey lozenge yellowjournalism chit pill tablet check tabloid tag label marker flag sticker post-it bookmark index sign notation token badge emblem seal stamp medallion plaque insignia crest logo

Synonyms by register

Formal

label identifier tag

Informal

flap tag sticker label

Literary

pennant banneret streamer

Antonyms

uncover reveal expose disclose unveil

Common collocations

  • pull tab
  • tab key
  • open tab
  • close tab
  • tab button
  • tab bar
  • tab page

Word family

noun tab
verb tab

Usage note

In computing, 'tab' refers to a clickable element in a graphical user interface that allows users to switch between different views or documents. It can also refer to the tab key on a keyboard.

Example sentences

  1. I used a tab to mark my page in the book.
  2. He pulled the tab on the zipper to close his backpack.
  3. The file folder has a tab on it for easy labeling.
  4. She used a tab to hold her place in the recipe book.
  5. The soda can has a tab that you pull to open it.

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