LABOR
/ˈleɪ.bɚ/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of LABOR
Effort expended on a particular task; toil, work.
That which requires hard work for its accomplishment; that which demands effort.
Workers in general; the working class, the workforce; sometimes specifically the labour movement, organised labour.
To toil, to work.
To belabour, to emphasise or expand upon (a point in a debate, etc).
"I think we've all got the idea. There's no need to labour the point."
To be oppressed with difficulties or disease; to do one's work under conditions which make it especially hard or wearisome; to move slowly, as against opposition, or under a burden.
Examples of LABOR in a Sentence
- "I think we've all got the idea. There's no need to labour the point."
Word Details
Is LABOR a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LABOR is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LABOR uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LABOR
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | a | b | o | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
Anagrams of LABOR
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LABOR
35 words from the letters in LABOR
5-letter words
4-letter words
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How to Use LABOR in Word Games
LABOR is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, LABOR 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 LABOR to find 35 additional valid words.