tag along
/tæɡ əˈlɔŋ/
VERB
1. Joining or accompanying someone
To accompany another person or group, often informally, without necessarily being specifically invited or included in the original plan.
1.1. Informal social companionship
Used when someone joins friends, family members, or acquaintances in an activity, outing, or social event, sometimes without having received a specific invitation.
Synonyms
- accompany
- come along
- come with
- go along
- go with
- join
- keep company
- hang around with
- hang out with
- associate with
- consort with
Antonyms
Examples
- Sarah asked if she could tag along with her friends to the amusement park.
- Jake invited his younger brother to tag along to the bookstore.
- Emily's younger sister always wanted to tag along on her adventures.
- As the group headed to the beach, a few more friends asked to tag along for the day.
Related Words
- companionship
- companion
- company
- friendship
- socializing
- fellowship
- outing
- group activity
- togetherness
1.2. Following someone or a group
Used when someone follows another person or group while they are moving from one place to another, often remaining behind or accompanying them without taking the lead.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- lead
- precede
- go ahead
- leave behind
- go before
- move ahead
Examples
- The little puppy eagerly decided to tag along on the family's morning walk.
- The children tagged along behind their parents as they explored the village.
- The tourist continued to tag along with the group as they walked through the museum.
Related Words
- pursuit
- follower
- leader
- escort
- procession
- convoy
- chaperone
- companion