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UK/["/ləˈbɒrətri/"]/US/["/ˈlæbrətɔːri/"]/

Meaning of Laboratory

a room or building used for scientific research, experiments, testing, etc.

In simple words: A special room for scientific experiments.

Laboratory in a sentence

  • a **clinical/research laboratory**
  • to send a specimen to the laboratory for analysis
  • The effects of weathering can be simulated in the laboratory.
  • **laboratory experiments/tests**
  • The athletes' reflexes were tested **under laboratory conditions**.
  • She has donated money to establish a pharmaceutical laboratory.
  • They work in a laboratory studying growth patterns.
  • laboratory tests on animals
  • simulated driving in a laboratory setting

How to use Laboratory

Used in scientific and educational contexts. Not appropriate for casual conversations unless referring to science. Can also refer to the place where medical tests are done.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Sounds like 'lab-oratory' — imagine a lab where scientists conduct experiments.

Related words

Collocations with Laboratory

Synonyms for Laboratory

  • lab
  • research facility
  • science lab
  • testing center

Opposites of Laboratory

Common mistakes with Laboratory

  • Confused with 'laborer' — a person who works with their hands.
  • Mispronounced as 'laboratree' instead of 'laboratory'.
  • Using 'laboratory' informally in non-scientific contexts.

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Frequently asked questions about Laboratory

What does Laboratory mean?

A special room for scientific experiments.

What is the definition of Laboratory?

a room or building used for scientific research, experiments, testing, etc.

How do you use Laboratory in a sentence?

a **clinical/research laboratory**

Can you give another example of Laboratory?

to send a specimen to the laboratory for analysis

What are synonyms for Laboratory?

Common alternatives include lab, research facility, science lab, testing center.

What is the opposite of Laboratory?

Opposite meanings include field, outdoors.

What words go with Laboratory?

It commonly pairs with commercial, industrial, school, assistant, scientist, technician, in a/​the laboratory.

What are common mistakes when using Laboratory?

Confused with 'laborer' — a person who works with their hands. Mispronounced as 'laboratree' instead of 'laboratory'. Using 'laboratory' informally in non-scientific contexts.

How do you pronounce Laboratory?

US: /["/ˈlæbrətɔːri/"]/, UK: /["/ləˈbɒrətri/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Laboratory?

Used in scientific and educational contexts. Not appropriate for casual conversations unless referring to science. Can also refer to the place where medical tests are done.

What CEFR level is Laboratory?

"Laboratory" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.