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labeled

Also spelled labelled (UK spelling)

Labeled (adj) means marked with a label or tag identifying what it is. Example: “Each box in the storeroom was neatly labeled with its contents.”

adj

Marked with a label or tag identifying what it is.

"Each box in the storeroom was neatly labeled with its contents."

"The suspect was labeled a troublemaker after the incident."

In science, having part of a molecule swapped for a traceable radioactive version so it can be followed.

"Researchers injected a labeled compound to track how it moved through the bloodstream."

How to use labeled

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHaving a tag or name attached, whether physically (a jar) or figuratively (a person described a certain way).

UK vs US

This is the US spelling; British and Canadian English use "labelled" with a double L.

Common pairings

clearly labeled labeled as unfairly labeled

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tagged marked branded identified ticketed stamped

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Rhymes for labeled

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Frequently asked questions

What does “labeled” mean?

The word “labeled” means marked with a label or tag identifying what it is. In plain terms, having a tag or name attached, whether physically (a jar) or figuratively (a person described a certain way).

How do you use “labeled” in a sentence?

Here is “labeled” used in a sentence: “Each box in the storeroom was neatly labeled with its contents.”

What part of speech is “labeled”?

“Labeled” is an adjective.

Is “labeled” a common word?

“Labeled” is a fairly common word in modern English.

How many meanings does “labeled” have?

“Labeled” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: marked with a label or tag identifying what it is.

What is the difference between labeled and labelled?

Both spellings are correct: 'labeled' with one L is the standard American spelling, while 'labelled' with two Ls is the standard British and Commonwealth spelling. They have exactly the same meaning.

What is the difference between labeled and tagged?

Labeled means marked with a label that identifies what something is, while tagged often implies attaching a smaller marker, keyword, or electronic identifier. In everyday use they overlap, but 'tagged' is more common for digital markers and 'labeled' for physical labels.

What are common collocations with labeled?

Labeled appears in phrases such as 'clearly labeled,' 'labeled diagram,' 'mislabeled,' and 'radioactively labeled.' A 'labeled diagram' is one in which each part is marked with its name.

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