lab

noun
UK: /læb/
US: /læb/

  1. A room or building equipped for scientific experiments or research.

    1. I work in the lab every day. [ ] [ ]
    2. The scientists conducted the experiment in the lab to ensure controlled conditions. [ ] [ ]

  2. A place where practical work is done, especially in a school or college.

    1. We have a computer lab at school. [ ] [ ]
    2. Students spend time in the language lab improving their pronunciation. [ ] [ ]
lab noun

  1. Short for Labrador retriever, a breed of dog.

    1. My lab loves to play fetch. [ ] [ ]
    2. The family's lab is known for its gentle temperament and loyalty. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "lab" in English means: A room or building equipped for scientific experiments or research., A place where practical work is done, especially in a school or college..

The phonetic transcription of "lab" is /læb/ in British English and /læb/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Example usage of "lab": "I work in the lab every day.". More examples on the page.