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SEOUpdated Nov 6, 2026

What is Meta Description?

Definition

A meta description is a short page summary that search engines may use as the text beneath a result.

Also known as:search snippet text

Write for the click

It is not a direct ranking factor, and Google may rewrite it. A specific summary that matches the page and offers a clear reason to visit can still earn more of the right clicks.

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Related glossary terms

Title TagA title tag is the HTML page title that browsers show and search engines commonly use as the result headline.Search Engine Results Page (SERP)A SERP is the page a search engine displays for a query, including organic results, ads and other features.
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