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/ˈleɪ.bəl/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A piece of paper, cloth, or other material that is attached to an object to give information about it.
I read the label on the bottle before deciding to buy the drink.
A word or phrase that describes or classifies something.
The research study added a new label to describe the genetic condition.
A brand or company name, especially in the context of music or publishing.
She signed a contract with a major record label to release her first album.
verb
To attach a label to something.
Make sure to label the boxes clearly before you move.
To assign a category or classification to a person or thing.
It's unfair to label someone based on their appearance.
Etymology
Middle English: from Old French 'label', diminutive of 'leble', meaning 'a small piece of paper'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
label out:
To classify or categorize something
on label:
As described on the label
to label someone:
To categorize or define someone in a simplistic way
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Slang Meanings
To label someone can mean to stereotype or make assumptions.
Don't label me just because I wear glasses.
In music, a 'label' refers to a record company.
She just signed with a major label.