English dictionary
title
/'t/aI/t/-/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with
ExamplesTitle 8 provided federal help for schools.
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the name of a work of art or literary composition etc.
ExamplesHe looked for books with the word `jazz' in the title.
He refused to give titles to his paintings.
I can never remember movie titles.
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a general or descriptive heading for a section of a written work
ExamplesThe novel had chapter titles.
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the status of being a champion
ExamplesHe held the title for two years.
Synonyms championshipSource: WordNet 3.0
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a legal document signed and sealed and delivered to effect a transfer of property and to show the legal right to possess it
ExamplesHe kept the title to his car in the glove compartment.
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an identifying appellation signifying status or function: e.g. `Mr.' or `General'
ExamplesThe professor didn't like his friends to use his formal title.
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an established or recognized right
ExamplesHe had no documents confirming his title to his father's estate.
Synonyms claimSource: WordNet 3.0
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(usually plural) written material introduced into a movie or TV show to give credits or represent dialogue or explain an action
ExamplesThe titles go by faster than I can read.
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an appellation signifying nobility
Examples`your majesty' is the appropriate title to use in addressing a king.
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an informal right to something
ExamplesHis title to fame.
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An inscription put over or upon anything as a name by which it is known.
Source: webster1913