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Definition & Meaning of "label"in English

to label
01

to stick or put something such as tag or marker, with a little information written on it, on an object 

Transitive: to label sth
to label definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
label
3rd person singular
labels
Present participle
labeling
Past simple
labeled
Past participle
labeled
Examples
I will label the boxes with their contents for easy unpacking. 
02

to assign a quality to someone or something in order to categorize them 

Complex Transitive: to label sb/sth as sth
Examples
They labeled her as a troublemaker because of her outspoken nature. 
03

to mark or identify a cell or compound by adding a recognizable element, like a dye or a labeled atom, making it distinguishable from others 

Transitive: to label a cell or compound with a chemical marker
Examples
The researchers labeled the protein with a fluorescent dye to visualize its distribution within the cell. 
04

to substitute specific atoms or elements with their isotopes to track it through a reaction, metabolic pathway, or cell 

Transitive: to label atoms or elements with their isotopes
Examples
The chemists labeled the glucose molecules with carbon-13 isotopes to trace their metabolism in the body. 
Label
01

a marker attached to an object that gives extra information about it 

label definition and meaning
Examples
The label on the jar listed all the ingredients used in the jam. 
02

the trade name of a company that makes designer clothes 

label definition and meaning

What is a "label"?

A label is a piece of material or paper that is attached to a product, providing information about its brand, size, fabric, care instructions, and other important details. It is typically sewn, glued, or affixed to a garment or product, and it can be made from various materials, such as fabric, paper, or plastic. Labels are essential components of the fashion industry, as they help consumers identify and differentiate between different brands and products. They can also serve as a marketing tool, as they can feature a brand's logo or slogan, and help to create brand recognition and loyalty. In addition to providing practical information, labels can also be decorative, featuring intricate designs or patterns that add to the aesthetic appeal of the product.

Examples
She always dreams of wearing dresses from her favorite fashion label. 
03

the name or trademark of a company that produces music records 

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
labels
Examples
She’s been working for a popular music label for over a decade. 
04

a brief description given for purposes of identification 

05

a radioactive isotope that is used in a compound in order to trace the mechanism of a chemical reaction 

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