Label
/ˈleɪbəl/
Definitions
- (n.) A piece of information attached to a product or document, providing identification, description, or instructions, often with legal implications for compliance and liability.
The product's label must include all required safety warnings under federal law.
- (n.) A formal designation or categorization applied to a person or entity that may have legal consequences, such as in defamation or discrimination contexts.
The court examined whether the plaintiff was unfairly given the label of a 'fraudster'.
- (v.) To assign a descriptive or identifying term to a person, item, or concept, potentially affecting legal standing or rights.
The company was labeled as a monopolist in the antitrust case.
Commentary
In legal drafting, clarity is essential when referring to labels applied to products versus labels as categorical designations to avoid ambiguity.