LAB
- 01 A2 Elementary
n.a room or building where scientists do tests and research.
n.a laboratory; a facility providing controlled conditions in which scientific research, experiments, and measurement may be performed.
Simple“The chemistry students spent all afternoon in the lab doing experiments.”
In context“The university recently upgraded its research lab with state-of-the-art equipment to facilitate more complex molecular biology studies.”
Synonyms - 02 A2 Elementary
n.a short name for a Labrador, a popular type of large, friendly dog.
n.a Labrador retriever; a common breed of large, versatile gun dog.
Simple“We took our yellow lab to the park to play fetch.”
In context“Known for their gentle temperament and intelligence, labs are frequently trained as service animals for people with visual impairments.”
Synonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a short name for the Labour Party, a major political group in the UK.
n.the Labour Party; a centre-left political party in the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth nations.
Simple“The latest polls show Lab ahead of the other parties in the north.”
In context“Political analysts observed a significant shift in voter sentiment toward Lab following the announcement of their new economic platform.”
- 04 C2 Proficiency
n.Stands for Lyman-alpha blob.
n.Abbreviation for Lyman-alpha blob; a large concentration of gas emitting the Lyman-alpha emission line.
Simple“Astronomers discovered a massive lab in a distant part of the universe.”
In context“The detection of a high-redshift lab provides crucial data regarding the formation of massive galaxies in the early universe.”
- 05 C1 Advanced
v.to practice a game or skill experimentally to see what works.
v.to practice or experiment with strategies, especially in fighting games, outside of competitive matches.
Simple“I need to lab this new character before I enter the tournament.”
In context“He spent hours in training mode to lab the specific frame data required to punish his opponent's most common attacks.”
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