Labelese
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 The type of language used on labels. uncountable
"A revision of the 1972 Care Labeling Rule, which became effective in January, makes the care information on clothing labels more consistent and succinct. To help you sort through the new labelese, the Federal Trade Commission offers a guide covering the rules and includes a glossary of standard terms manufacturers are encouraged to use."
Example
More examples"A revision of the 1972 Care Labeling Rule, which became effective in January, makes the care information on clothing labels more consistent and succinct. To help you sort through the new labelese, the Federal Trade Commission offers a guide covering the rules and includes a glossary of standard terms manufacturers are encouraged to use."
Etymology
From label + -ese.
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