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LAYBL/ˈleɪbl/

A label is writing that names or describes a product; to label is the verb. Tag is a close twin for a physical sticker; brand is wider. Food law: allergy labels on canteen stew. Do not confuse with libel (a false published attack).

Meaning

A piece of writing that names or describes something; as a verb, to attach that writing.

Examples

• “Read the allergy label before you serve the canteen stew.”
• “Do not label the whole year group as weak, which is the verb sense.”

Good to know

an allergy / washing label. Verb: label someone / something. Close: a tag. Mix-up: libel. Food standards / exams. Countable stickers.

Near in meaning

tag

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