English dictionary
titular
/'t/I//tS//@/l/@/r/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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of or relating to a legal title to something
ExamplesTitulary rights.
Synonyms titularySource: WordNet 3.0
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of or bearing a title signifying status or function
ExamplesOf titular rank.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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of or pertaining to the title of a work of art
ExamplesPerformed well in the titular (or title) role.
The titular theme of the book.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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of or associated with or bearing a title signifying nobility
ExamplesTitular dignitaries.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Existing in title or name only; nominal; having the title to an office or dignity without discharging its appropriate duties; as, a <i>titular</i> prince.
Source: webster1913
noun
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A titulary.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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existing in name only
ExamplesThe nominal (or titular) head of his party.
Synonyms nominalSource: WordNet 3.0