labor

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈleɪ.bɚ/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

Effort expended on a particular task; toil, work.

2 Definition

That which requires hard work for its accomplishment; that which demands effort.

3 Definition

Workers in general; the working class, the workforce; sometimes specifically the labour movement, organised labour.

4 Definition

A political party or force aiming or claiming to represent the interests of labour.

5 Definition

The act of a mother giving birth.

6 Definition

The time period during which a mother gives birth.

7 Definition

The pitching or tossing of a vessel which results in the straining of timbers and rigging.

8 Definition

An old measure of land area in Mexico and Texas, approximately 177 acres.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To toil, to work.

2 Definition

To belabour, to emphasise or expand upon (a point in a debate, etc).

Example Sentences
  • I think we've all got the idea. There's no need to labour the point.
3 Definition

To be oppressed with difficulties or disease; to do one's work under conditions which make it especially hard or wearisome; to move slowly, as against opposition, or under a burden.

4 Definition

To suffer the pangs of childbirth.

5 Definition

To pitch or roll heavily, as a ship in a turbulent sea.