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| call |
to give a descriptive name or label to. [1/10 definitions] |
| label |
a piece of paper or cloth that is attached to an object. A label gives information about what the object contains, how to use it, or who owns it. [3/4 definitions] |
| mark1 |
to label or be a feature of. [1/9 definitions] |
| number |
a number or numeral used to label or name something. [2/11 definitions] |
| postage stamp |
a small, printed label that is put on a piece of mail to show that the postage has been paid. Postage stamps often have pictures on them. |
| sticker |
a paper label, patch, or sign with sticky material on the back side. |
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