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noun · verb

LAB

n. · v.
US /ˈɫæb/ UK /lˈæb/ lab UK spelling lab's, lab's

  1. 01 A2 Elementary Informal Science

    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.

  2. 02 A2 Elementary Informal

    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.

  3. 03 B2 Upper Intermediate British EnglishInformal Politics

    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.

  4. 04 C2 Proficiency Technical Astronomy

    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.

  5. 05 C1 Advanced Slang

    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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Level A2 · Elementary
Frequency Common
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