1. Noun: This is the most common use, referring to a complex and confusing structure or situation.
* Example: "We got lost in the labyrinth of winding streets."
2. Adjective: This usage describes something that is intricate, complex, or confusing.
* Example: "The labyrinthine plot of the novel kept me guessing until the very end."
3. Verb (archaic): This usage is less common and refers to the act of making something labyrinthine or complicated.
* Example: "He labyrinths the path with unnecessary twists and turns."
4. Proper Noun: It can refer to a specific location, such as the Minoan Labyrinth in Greek mythology.
* Example: "We visited the Labyrinth of Knossos on our trip to Crete."
It's important to consider the context of the sentence to determine the part of speech of "labyrinth."