Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
labor
noun
/ˈleɪbər/
Definition
The physical or mental effort used to accomplish tasks or work.
Examples
- She has been in labor for several hours.
- Labor is essential for the growth of the economy.
- He put in a lot of labor to complete his project on time.
Meaning
Labor refers to the process of working, especially in a physical capacity, to create or produce something.
Synonyms
- work
- effort
- toil
- exertion
- industry
