Label — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈlā-bəl/ la·bel

Meaning & Definition of Label

Label (noun)

  1. a slip (as of paper or cloth) inscribed and affixed to something for identification or description
  2. written or printed matter accompanying an article to furnish identification or other information
  3. a descriptive or identifying word or phrase

Label (verb)

  1. to affix a label to
  2. to describe or designate with or as if with a label
  3. to distinguish (an element or atom) by using an isotope distinctive in some manner (as in mass or radioactivity)

Label (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. 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"

    similar: marker, tag, ticket
    related: caption, legend, brand, emblem, hallmark, logo, mark, symbol, trademark, badge, decal, plaque, seal, stamp, sticker

Label (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to attach an identifying slip to

    "he labeled all of the poisonous materials with the familiar skull and crossbones"

    similar: mark, tag, ticket
    related: caption, earmark, hallmark, stamp, call, designate, identify, name, tab, entitle, style, term, title, brand, stigmatize

  2. to give a name to

    "the dictionary labels some words archaic"

    similar: baptize, call, christen, clepe (archaic), denominate, designate, dub, entitle, name, nominate, style, term, title
    related: brand, stigmatize, tag, denote, specify, miscall, misname, mistitle, code-name, nickname, rechristen, relabel, rename, surname

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Label

The most common words with a similar meaning to Label:

Archaic: clepe
marker, tag, ticket, mark, baptize, call, christen, denominate, designate, dub, entitle, name, nominate, style, term, title

Related Words for Label

caption, legend, brand, emblem, hallmark, logo, symbol, trademark, badge, decal, plaque, seal, stamp, sticker, earmark, identify, tab, stigmatize, denote, specify, miscall, misname, mistitle, code-name, nickname, rechristen, relabel, rename, surname

Word Forms of Label

Inflections: labeled, labelled, labeling, labelling

Derived words: labelable (adjective), labeler (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Label

Middle English, from Anglo-French labelle

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Label

Words & Phrases Containing Label

off-label, open-label, private label, mailing label, own-label

Frequently Asked Questions about Label

What does "Label" mean?

"Label" means a slip (as of paper or cloth) inscribed and affixed to something for identification or description. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a slip (as of paper or cloth) inscribed and affixed to something for identification or description. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Label"?

Other words for "Label" include marker, tag, ticket, mark, baptize, call, christen and clepe. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Label" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Label"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Label". Common alternatives include marker, tag, ticket, mark, baptize, call, christen, clepe, denominate and designate.

How do you use "Label" in a sentence?

Examples of "Label" in a sentence: "on its frame the painting had a label with its title and the name of the artist"; "he labeled all of the poisonous materials with the familiar skull and crossbones"; "the dictionary labels some words archaic".

Is "Label" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Label" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Label" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B1-level word, "Label" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Label"?

"Label" is pronounced /ˈlā-bəl/ and divided into syllables as la·bel.

What is the origin of the word "Label"?

"Label" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French labelle. First known use: 14th century.