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noun

ˈlā-bəl How to pronounce label (audio)
Definition of labelnext
as in tag
a slip (as of paper or cloth) that is attached to something to identify or describe it on its frame the painting had a label with its title and the name of the artist

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verb

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as in to mark
to attach an identifying slip to he labeled all of the poisonous materials with the familiar skull and crossbones

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2
as in to name
to give a name to the dictionary labels some words "archaic"

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Recent Examples of label
Noun
Well in advance of any such results, however, the definition has made an enormous population eligible for the label. — Manvir Singh, New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2026 Howl’s commitment to the label extends well beyond his ever-growing wardrobe and home collection. — Zachary Weiss, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2026
Verb
This episode traces the history of communism in America and its clash with religious groups to unpack why Democratic candidates are being labeled communists and whether the strategy will resonate with voters today. — Benjamin Stephen, Vox, 4 Nov. 2026 That said, some conditions that fully heal or are free of treatment and symptoms for a certain period of time may stop being labeled as pre-existing, depending on the provider. — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for label
Recent Examples of Synonyms for label
  1. tag
  2. mark
  3. name
  4. marker
  5. stamp
  6. call
  7. ticket
  8. dub
Noun
  • In Rivera’s video, the person behind the camera can be heard asking followers to amplify the video and tag local immigrant advocacy groups.
    — Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Drag-along and tag-along rights, transfer restrictions and secondary-sale mechanics deserve as much attention as valuation.
    — Anas Bhairi, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of tag
Verb
  • Amendment supporters blame ‘leftists’ The proposal marked a major retaliatory response from Republican lawmakers, who voted last year to place the measure on the ballot.
    — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The outpost, nestled within a wellness community called Tri Vananda surrounded by lush forests, will mark the brand’s first foray into Southeast Asia.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of mark
Verb
  • Their race started off heated again in 2026, with the campaigns trading claims over Bradley’s position on the legislation named for the Ukrainian refugee fatally stabbed on Charlotte’s light rail in 2025.
    — Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2026
  • DeMarco was named coach of the Liberty in December, after the franchise chose not to renew former coach Sandy Brondello‘s contract for the 2026 season.
    — Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of name
Noun
  • The Parks Department has put up an identifying marker next to a pullout on the road leading past the rock to Orchard Beach or to City Island.
    — Ian Frazier, New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2026
  • That bold hue appears on the day and date display—something not all watchmakers bother to do—as well as on the three chronograph counters, the hour and minute markers, and the rubber strap.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of marker
Verb
  • Consumer product packaging could only be stamped with the chasing arrows recycling symbol if at least 60% of consumers have access to recycling programs that accept the product.
    — Lisa Song, ProPublica, 29 Oct. 2026
  • However, the details of that final inning are indelibly stamped in all their memories.
    — Don Riddell, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of stamp
Verb
  • But on November 29, 1777, a small group of Spanish settlers moved into the area to establish a civilian agricultural town, called El Pueblo de San Jose, to provide food for the missions and presidios.
    — John Ramos, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026
  • The leaves are steeped in a hollowed gourd and the drink is sipped through a metal straw called a bombilla, and the gourd passes from hand to hand among friends, family and sometimes strangers, refilled for hours.
    — ISABEL DEBRE, Arkansas Online, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of call
Noun
  • Free-Ticket Scam A friend offers to give you a box-seat ticket to a Yankees game.
    — Jack Handey, New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2026
  • On the New York to Pittsburgh round trip route, for example, baseline airfares start around 450 dollars, compared to roughly 225 dollars for train tickets and just 100 dollars for long distance bus tickets.
    — , CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of ticket
Verb
  • President Nikos Christodoulides told The Associated Press in an exclusive statement that the first of a number of natural gas fields discovered off Cyprus, dubbed Cronos, is expected to start production in the first half of 2028.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 Nov. 2026
  • After wildfire victims dubbed the plan a corporate bailout, Newsom abandoned most of it and tried to push a compromise that would help fire victims receive quicker compensation.
    — Jenny Jarvie Follow, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
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