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labels

Pronunciation: [/ˈleɪ.bəlz/]

Word

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

Context: “identification”

(noun) a piece of paper or material that tells you what something is. Like a sticker on a jar that says 'jam' so you know what's inside.

Example

The labels on the boxes helped us easily find what we were looking for.

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The labels had faded over time, making it hard to read the contents.

Example

Can you read the label on that bottle?

Context: “categorize”

(verb) to describe or categorize something. It's like giving something a name or grouping it with other things that are similar.

Example

She labeled all the files in different sections for easy access.

Example

It's not fair to label someone just because of a mistake they made.

Example

How would you label this new type of plant?

How to pronounce labels

Pronunciation: [/ˈleɪ.bəlz/]

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