The label



Example: The label shows information about the product

Definition


"The label" is a piece of material, often paper or plastic, attached to an object that provides information about the product, such as its name, ingredients, or instructions for use. It helps consumers identify and understand the item at a glance.

Etymology


The word "label" originates from the Old French word 'label,' meaning a strip of cloth or ribbon. This, in turn, comes from the Medieval Latin 'labellum,' a diminutive of 'labrum,' meaning lip or edge. Did you know? The term evolved to mean a tag or marker, much like a small strip of cloth, used to identify something.

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"The label" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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