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labelling

/ˈlæb.əl.ɪŋ/

labellingnoun

labellings

Translations

étiquetage

The labelling of the jars was done meticulously to ensure each one was correctly identified.

L’étiquetage des bocaux a été effectué méticuleusement pour que chacun soit correctement identifié.

Additional translations

étiquetageAu sens figuré, pour l’attribution d’une catégorie ou d’une étiquette souvent réductrice ou injuste.

Definitions

The act or process of attaching a label to something, often for identification or categorization.

The labelling of the jars was done meticulously to ensure each one was correctly identified.

The assignment of a category or classification to someone or something, often in a way that is simplistic or unfair.

The labelling of students as 'gifted' or 'average' can impact their self-esteem and motivation.

Synonyms

labellinggerund / present participle

/ˈlæb.əl.ɪŋ/

Used attributively to describe something that applies labels or relates to the process of adding labels.

Translations

d’étiquetageEmployé surtout dans des groupes nominaux.

New labelling rules require the font size to be larger.

Les nouvelles règles d’étiquetage exigent une taille de police plus grande.

Definitions

Of or relating to the act of attaching or providing labels.

New labelling rules require the font size to be larger.

Synonyms

labelverb

labelling

ing-form

labeled

Past Simple

labeled

Past Participle

labeling

ing-form

/ˈleɪ.bəl/

Translations

étiqueter

She labeled all the boxes with their contents before moving.

Elle a étiqueté toutes les boîtes avec leur contenu avant de déménager.

Additional translations

marquerSens scientifique, en biologie ou en chimie.

Definitions

To attach a label to something, typically to provide information about it.

She labeled all the boxes with their contents before moving.

To assign a category or name to someone or something, often in a way that is overly simplistic or unfair.

He was labeled as a troublemaker by his teachers.

To mark a molecule, cell, or other material with a tracer, dye, or other indicator for identification or analysis.

The researchers labeled the DNA with a fluorescent probe.

Synonyms

labelnoun

Definitions

A small piece of paper, fabric, plastic, or similar material attached to an object and giving information about it.

The label on the jar provided details about the ingredients and expiration date.

A company that produces and sells music recordings.

The band signed a contract with a major record label to release their new album.

A word or phrase that describes or identifies something or someone.

He didn't like the label of 'troublemaker' that was given to him by his teachers.

Text or a symbol that identifies or describes an element on a diagram, map, or computer interface.

Each point on the chart is accompanied by a label showing its value.

labeladjective

Definitions

Relating to or designed for labels or labeling.

The company purchased a new label printer for the packaging line.