identifier

noun

iden·​ti·​fi·​er ī-ˈden-tə-ˌfī(-ə)r 

ə-

: one that identifies

Examples of identifier in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The few real identifiers that slip through sit surrounded by synthetic ones and cannot be told apart. — David Talby, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2026

Under its methodology, each product identifier is counted once within a monthly snapshot, while sizes and colorways offered under the same listing are intended to be consolidated. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026

Obvious identifiers include a quiet, interior street away from freeways or major commercial hubs, as well as good proximity to amenities, schools, parks, and shopping. — Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2026

At the South Chicago Chapel, none of the remains from South Chicago Chapel had tags listing the decedents' full name and date of birth or other unique identifiers, though some had funeral home or hospital tags. — Casey Toner, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1807, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for identifier

• amplifier
• clarifier
• classifier
• gasifier
• magnifier
• modifier
• multiplier
• occupier
• pacifier
• purifier
• qualifier
• quantifier