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label

Pronunciation: [/ˈleɪ.bəl/]

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label: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use label in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “identification”

(noun) a small piece of paper, fabric, or plastic with writing or a picture on it that is attached to something to show what it is or who owns it

Example

The label on the back of the shirt shows the size.

Example

There was no label on the box, so we didn't know what was inside.

Example

Can you read the label on the bottom of the jar?

Context: “categorize”

(verb) to describe or identify someone or something by putting them into a particular group or category

Example

She likes to label her files to keep them organized.

Example

It's not fair to label people based on stereotypes.

Example

Why do we label different types of food in the pantry?

How to pronounce label

Pronunciation: [/ˈleɪ.bəl/]

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