Laboratory (noun)

1. A room, building, or place equipped for scientific experiments, research, or teaching.
2. An area equipped with specialized equipment and tools used for a specific type of work or research.
3. A place for testing, experimenting, or conducting research.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from modern latin laboratorium "place of work", from latin laborare "to work".

Examples:

1. The scientists conducted experiments in the laboratory.
2. The university has a well-equipped chemistry laboratory.
3. The biologist spent the day in the laboratory studying the specimens.
4. She worked in a laboratory for five years before moving on to the next stage of her career.
5. The laboratory is a place where scientists can conduct their experiments and test theories.