title

see definition of title

nounheading, label

nounname
nounpossession, laurel
verbname

Word Origin & History

c.1300, "inscription, heading," from Old French title (12c.), and in part from Old English titul, both from Latin titulus "inscription, heading," of unknown origin. Meaning "name of a book, play, etc." first recorded mid-14c. The sense of "name showing a person's rank" is first attested 1580s.

Example Sentences for title

"No, I suppose not," said Hester, thus disclaiming the title.

They gave him a title which distinguished him from the others.

The greatest honor history can bestow is the title of peacemaker.

They are the volunteers, the owner-drivers of the Corps, many of them men of wealth and title.

The use of a title higher than his own flattered the Inspector, and he was moved to graciousness.

But—if indeed, you are dazzled by the glamour of a title—do not be too confident of his fealty.

Nero, in which Mattheson sang the title part, was a failure.

There is no good English equivalent for Soto's title of Adelantado.

He could do no more—yes, he took up a brush and added the title: "The Last Stand."

The publishers objected to the title because they saw in it a touch of sensationalism.

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noun heading, label

More words related to title

appellation

noun. name

appellative

noun. name

baptize

verb. initiate in church rite

call

verb. entitle

caption

noun. heading; short description

christen

verb. named in religious rite

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