labeling US
ˈleɪbəlɪŋ
See also: labelling (UK)
Definition Synonyms

Definition of labeling - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
organizationUSthe act of attaching a label to somethingUS
  • The labeling of the products was done manually.
marking tagging
2.
categorizationUSthe act of categorizing people or thingsUS
  • The labeling of students can affect their self-esteem.
categorization classification tagging
3.
chemistryTECH.USthe introduction of a traceable marker in biochemistryTECH.US
  • Labeling proteins helps in tracking their movement in cells.
marking tagging tracing

Adjective

1.
classificationUSdescribing or classifying with a labelUS
  • The labeling process was criticized for being too simplistic.
classifying tagging
2.
trackingUSpertaining to the use of labels in trackingUS
  • Labeling techniques are crucial in biochemistry experiments.
marking tagging
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Expressions with labeling

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machine used to attach printed labels onto products or packaging
The new labeling machine can process over two hundred bottles per minute.
technique using labeled compounds to track molecular incorporation
Pulse labeling was used to study protein synthesis.

Origin of labeling

Middle English, label (narrow band)

Terms with labeling included in their meaning

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labeling
person or machine that puts labels on items
labeling
the act of attaching a label
tabv.
labeling
mark with a small label for quick finding
labeling
mark items with a person's name or initials
retail
handheld device for labeling prices
stationery
opening made by a punch, used for lining up or labeling
social labeling
treat a person as a criminal
museum labeling
genre of art depicting natural scenery

Examples of labeling in a sentence

  • The new system improved the labeling process.
  • Labeling in the workplace can lead to discrimination.
  • The labeling of products must be clear and accurate.
  • Labeling DNA strands aids in genetic research.
  • The process of labeling molecules is crucial in experiments.
  • The labeling system was updated to be more inclusive.

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  1. French:étiquetage, étiquetant, ...
  2. German:Kennzeichnung, Klassifizierungs-, ...
  3. Italian:etichettatura, etichettante, ...
  4. Spanish:etiquetado, etiquetador, ...
  5. Portuguese:etiquetagem, classificação, ...
  6. Chinese:标签附加, 分类的, ...
  7. Japanese:ラベリング, ラベリングの, ...
  8. Arabic:تَوْسِيم, مُصَنِّف, ...
  9. Hebrew:תִּיּוּג, מְתַיֵּג, ...
  10. Russian:маркировка, маркировочный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:маркування, класифікація, ...
  12. Hindi:लेबलिंग, वर्गीकृत, ...
label
ˈleɪbəl
labelledlabelling

Definition of label - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
identification tagpiece of paper or material attached to an object for information
  • The label on the bottle showed its expiration date..
marker tag ticket
2.
categoryname or term categorizing someone or something
  • He didn't like the label of 'troublemaker'.
designation tag
3.
musiccompany that produces and sells music recordings
  • She signed a contract with a major label.
record label
4.
interfaceTECH.non-interactive text display in a GUITECH.
  • The label on the screen showed the battery status.
caption tag

Verb

tr.
1.
taggingattach a tag to something for identification
  • She labeled each folder for easy access..
identifying marking tagging
2.
classificationcategorize someone or something with a descriptive term
  • They labeled him as a troublemaker.
mark tag
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used for unapproved medical purposes
The doctor prescribed an off label treatment for the condition.
printed tag fixed to an item showing name and basic details
The product label lists the brand name and a short description.
company producing and distributing music recordings
She signed a contract with a major recording label.
small piece of paper with glue on one side
Write your name on a sticky label and put it on your folder.
small sticker or tag showing a postal or contact address for items
I printed an address label for each invitation envelope.
small machine that prints text or images onto stickers or tags
The warehouse bought a new label printer for shipping packages.

Origin of label

Old French, label (ribbon)

Examples of label in a sentence

  • She checked the label for the price.
  • She rejected the label of 'genius' despite her achievements.
  • The label of 'vegan' doesn't fully describe his diet.
  • The label released their debut album last year.
  • He started his own label to produce indie music.
  • The label indicated the file name in the dialog box.

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  1. French:étiquette, étiqueter, ...
  2. German:Etikett, etikettieren, ...
  3. Italian:etichetta, marcare, ...
  4. Spanish:etiqueta, marcar, ...
  5. Portuguese:etiqueta, etiquetar, ...
  6. Chinese:标签, 贴标签, ...
  7. Japanese:ラベル, ラベルを貼る, ...
  8. Arabic:مُلصَق, وَسَمَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:תָּוִית, לְסַמֵּן, ...
  10. Russian:этикетка, маркировать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:етикетка, позначати, ...
  12. Hindi:लेबल, लेबल लगाना, ...
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