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label

|la-bel|

B1

/ˈleɪbəl/

tag or descriptor

Etymology
Etymology Information

'label' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'label', where it meant 'ribbon' or 'strip'.

Historical Evolution

'label' changed from the Old French word 'label' and eventually became the modern English word 'label'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'ribbon' or 'strip', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a tag or descriptor'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a small piece of paper, fabric, plastic, or similar material attached to an object and giving information about it.

The label on the bottle provides nutritional information.

Synonyms

Verb 1

to attach a label to something or to describe someone or something in a particular way.

She labeled the boxes with their contents.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39