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labeling

labeling

15 3.0
Words or symbols on a package that tell what an item is and how to use it
  • noun
  • /ˈleɪbəlɪŋ/
  • US
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  • Many consumers rely on accurate labeling to understand the nutritional content of their food.
  • labeling requirements
  • product labeling
  • food labeling

We, you know, we, we have a really weak labeling system here.

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Examples

  • How much of a difference have fat and sugar labeling made to the way food is processed?

    Blog text (3)

  • Mandatory labeling can supply more information, and at a lower cost, than private markets.

    Academic text (1991)

  • It's even got the the labeling on the side.

  • I think we may well find it will make a bit of difference on the labeling issue.

    Academic text (1999)

  • If successful, an international agreement could provide stronger environmental protection than international labeling schemes.

    Academic text (2003)

  • However, you can still take charge of your health by taking the time to study the labels on your drinks.

  • What's more, the quality of the meat is higher and the labeling is more accurate.

    Fiction book (1995)

  • Health Canada is also responsible for food labeling to the extent that it relates to health and safety issues.

    Academic text (2001)

  • Policies that encourage the dissemination of information, such as appliance labeling, may promote energy efficiency and overall economic efficiency.

    Academic text (1991)

  • Health Canada establishes safety standards and specifies labeling requirements as they relate to the safety of these foods.

    Academic text (2001)

Synonyms

label
vslabeling
252 1.0

A piece of paper or cloth attached to an object that gives information about it

is the information printed on packaging rather than the physical piece
tag
vslabeling
179 1.0

A word or label added to something online to describe it

is the words or symbols on packaging that describe or instruct products
hangtag
vslabeling
3.7

A small label attached to a product that shows price, brand, or care instructions

is printed information on packaging rather than a separate small attached piece

How Informative

specs
  • Informal
1 3.5
labeling
  • US
15 3.0
brand name
33 1.6

Surface Forms

labeling singular
labelings plural
labellings plural
labelling singular

Morphology

labeling = label (transparent) = label + ing

This sense is a standard result nominalization from 'label' indicating the words or information produced by the labeling action.

Etymology

The word labeling comes from label, a word for a small 'tag' that shows information about an item, and over time people used the same word for the words or signs on that tag. So labeling can mean the words, symbols, or information printed to 'describe' or give instructions about a product.