Synonyms for
Labeling
Definition
Labeling is the act of putting a label or a tag on an item to identify it or provide information about it.
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Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- labeling process
- labeling theory
- labeling error
- labeling system
- labeling requirements
- labeling guidelines
- labeling data
Word family
Usage note
Labeling often refers to the act of affixing a descriptive tag or name to something. In sociology, 'labeling theory' discusses how the terms applied to individuals can affect their self-perception and behavior.
Example sentences
- The teacher is labeling the books with the students' names.
- I am labeling the jars with the contents so that I can find what I need easily.
- The company is labeling their products with the ingredients for people with allergies.
- The museum is labeling the exhibits with information about the artists.
- The factory is labeling the boxes with the barcode for easy tracking.
Quotes
Labeling a child does not define him. - Unknown
The way we talk to our children becomes their inner voice. Labeling is so powerful. Be careful how you label your child. - Unknown
Don't label me. - Unknown