Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hashtag
Noun
/ˈhæʃtæɡ/
Definition
A term used to label content on social media by preceding it with the ‘#’ symbol.
Examples
- Using a hashtag can help your post reach a wider audience.
- To join the conversation, include a trending hashtag in your tweet.
- Hashtags like #ThrowbackThursday allow users to share nostalgic posts.
Meaning
Hashtags are a way to categorize posts and make them easily searchable on platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
Synonyms
- tag
- label
- keyword