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Definition of title

title

/ˈtaɪ.təl/
ti · tle

Plural:titles
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Adjective:titular
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Past Simple:titled
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Past Participle:titled
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Present Participle:titling
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• noun

1

The name given to a book, composition, film, or other artistic work, or to a specific chapter or section within a publication.

Example

"She spent weeks trying to think of a catchy title for her debut novel."


2

A formal appellation or designation attached to a person's name to signify their social rank, office, nobility, or professional qualification.

Example

"After completing her residency, she proudly used the title of doctor."


3

The position of champion in a major sports competition or tournament.

Example

"The tennis player defended her championship title for three consecutive years."


4

In law, the legal right to the ownership and possession of property, especially real estate or a motor vehicle, or the official document serving as evidence of this right.

Example

"Once the final mortgage payment was processed, they received the clear title to the house."

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• verb

1

To give a distinctive name, heading, or designation to a book, composition, artwork, or person.

Example

"The author decided to title her memoir after her childhood home."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Old French title, reinforced by Old English titul, both ultimately derived from Latin titulus, meaning 'an inscription, label, or heading of a chapter.'

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