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labour

/ˈleɪbər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does labour mean?

noun, verb

Labour refers to work or physical effort, especially when done for a long time or in difficult conditions. It can also mean the act of giving birth.

Example

"The workers put in long hours of labour to meet the deadline."

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