Title

Definition

Title refers to the name or heading of a book, article, or work of art. It can also indicate a formal designation or rank, a legal right to ownership, or a championship in a competition.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈtaɪ.təl/
• Respelling: TIE-tuhl

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈtaɪ.tl/
• Respelling: TIE-tl

Etymology

The word "title" originates from the Old English "titel," which comes from Latin "titulus," meaning "inscription, label, or designation." It has roots in Proto-Indo-European "*teks-" meaning "to weave" or "construct," reflecting the idea of categorization and naming.

Derivatives

• Titled (adjective/verb)
• Titling (noun/verb)
• Subtitle (noun)
• Entitle (verb)
• Titleholder (noun)

Synonyms

• Heading
• Label
• Name

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The noun "title" is commonly used to refer to the name of creative works, such as "The title of the novel is 'Pride and Prejudice'." It also indicates rank or championship, such as "She earned the title of champion." As a verb, it means to give a name to something, for example, "He titled the painting 'Sunset Serenity'."

Related Terms

• Designation: A name or description assigned to something.
• Rank: A position within a hierarchy.
• Ownership: The state or fact of possessing something.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The name or heading of a creative work: Refers to the official name of books, articles, or artworks.
  • Example: "The title of the movie caught everyone's attention."
• A formal designation or rank: Indicates a specific position, honor, or distinction.
  • Example: "He was awarded the title of knight."
• A legal right to ownership: Refers to the documentation or claim of property.
  • Example: "The title to the car was transferred to the new owner."
• A championship in a competition: Refers to the status of being a winner or champion.
  • Example: "She won the national title in swimming."

Verb

• To give a name or heading to something: Refers to assigning a title to a work, event, or entity.
  • Example: "He titled his essay 'The Impact of Climate Change'."