A label is a small piece of paper, fabric, plastic, or similar material attached to an object and giving information about it. It can also be a classifying phrase or name applied to a person or thing, especially one that is inaccurate or restrictive. "the alcohol content is clearly stated on the label"
If its used as a verb it means assign to a category, especially inaccurately or restrictively. "the critics labeled him as a loser"
