LABEL
/ˈleɪbəl/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of LABEL
A small ticket or sign giving information about something to which it is attached or intended to be attached.
"Although the label priced this poster at three pounds, I got it for two."
A name given to something or someone to categorise them as part of a particular social group.
"Ever since he started going to the rock club, he's been given the label "waster"."
A company that sells records.
"The label signed the band after hearing a demo tape."
To put a label (a ticket or sign) on (something).
"The shop assistant labeled all the products in the shop."
(ditransitive) To give a label to (someone or something) in order to categorise that person or thing.
"He's been unfairly labeled as a cheat, although he's only ever cheated once."
To replace specific atoms by their isotope in order to track the presence or movement of this isotope through a reaction, metabolic pathway or cell.
Synonyms of LABEL
Words with similar meaning
Examples of LABEL in a Sentence
- "Although the label priced this poster at three pounds, I got it for two."
- "Ever since he started going to the rock club, he's been given the label "waster"."
- "The label signed the band after hearing a demo tape."
- "The shop assistant labeled all the products in the shop."
Word Details
Is LABEL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LABEL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LABEL uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LABEL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | a | b | e | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LABEL
25 words from the letters in LABEL
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use LABEL in Word Games
LABEL is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, LABEL is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble LABEL to find 25 additional valid words.