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label
/ˈleɪ.bəl/
[/ˈleɪ.bəl/]
to name parts of a diagram
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Definition
To label is to write the names of the parts on a diagram or picture. Students label diagrams to show what each part is.
Example
Label each part of the flower in the diagram.
Label each part of the flower in the diagram.
Etymology
From Old French 'label' meaning a ribbon or strip.
How & Where It’s Used
An exam instruction asking students to name diagram parts.