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Meaning of Laboratory
A laboratory is a room or building for scientific experiments, research, and testing.
Definitions
- A room or building equipped for scientific experiments, research, and testing, especially in chemistry, physics, and biology.
- A place where scientific or technological research, experiments, and testing are conducted.
- A facility that provides a controlled environment for conducting scientific experiments and research.
Etymology of Laboratory
The word "laboratory" comes from the Latin "laboratorium", which is derived from "laborare", meaning "to work" or "to labour".
The term "laboratory" has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to a place where scientific experiments and research are conducted.
Example Uses
- The scientist spent most of her time in the laboratory conducting experiments.
- The laboratory was equipped with the latest technology and equipment for testing and research.
- The company has a laboratory where new products are developed and tested.