label

¹la·bel

noun \ˈlā-bəl\

Definition of LABEL

1

archaic : band, fillet; specifically : one attached to a document to hold an appended seal

2

: a heraldic charge that consists of a narrow horizontal band with usually three pendants

3

a : a slip (as of paper or cloth) inscribed and affixed to something for identification or description b : written or printed matter accompanying an article to furnish identification or other information c : a descriptive or identifying word or phrase: as (1) : epithet (2) : a word or phrase used with a dictionary definition to provide additional information d : a usually radioactive isotope used in labeling

4

: an adhesive stamp (as for postage or revenue)

5

a (1) : a brand of commercial recordings issued under a usually trademarked name (2) : a recording so issued (3) : a company issuing such recordings b : the brand name of a retail store selling clothing, a clothing manufacturer, or a fashion designer

Examples of LABEL

1. The name is prominently displayed on the label.
2. You should read the warning label before you take any medicine.
3. The word was given the label “obsolete.”
4. Some people describe him as “selfish,” but he doesn't deserve that label.
5. Once you give people labels, it's hard to see them as individuals.
6. The band has made records for several different labels in their career.

Origin of LABEL

Middle English, from Anglo-French labelle

First Known Use: 14th century

Related to LABEL

Synonyms: marker, tag, ticket

Related Words: caption, legend; brand, emblem, hallmark, logo, mark, symbol, trademark; badge, decal, plaque, seal, stamp, sticker

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Rhymes with LABEL

able, Babel, Bebel, cable, fable, Froebel, gable, sable, stable, table