Lab (noun)

1. A place for scientific research and experimentation.
2. A place where a particular activity is carried out.
3. A room equipped for a particular use in an educational institution.

Origin:

Late 19th century: abbreviation of laboratory.

Examples:

1. The company has several research labs across the world.
2. He worked in a chemical lab for many years.
3. The lab was set up for the students to conduct experiments in physics.
4. She spent most of her day in the computer lab.
5. The school had a well-equipped biology lab.