To label
Example: They label data for classification
Definition
"To label" means to assign a name, category, or descriptive tag to something, often to organize or identify it. For example, in language translation, one might label data to facilitate classification or processing.
Etymology
The verb "to label" originates from the late Middle English word 'label', which referred to a strip of paper or cloth attached to an object for identification. This word likely comes from the Old French 'label', meaning a ribbon or strip, which in turn may derive from Old Frankish or Old High German roots. Did you know? The use of labels became especially important with the rise of printing and commerce, helping to categorize goods and information clearly.
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"To label" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 112 commonly used words.
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