title

/tˈa‍ɪtə‍l/

/ˈtaɪtəɫ/

Title

a name that is used to describe someone's position or status

a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with

synonyms : rubric

the name given to a movie, book, etc.

a general or descriptive heading for a section of a written work

a legal document signed and sealed and delivered to effect a transfer of property and to show the legal right to possess it

synonyms : deed

the status of being a champion

an established or recognized right

synonyms : claim

an informal right to something

synonyms : claim

an appellation signifying nobility

(usually plural) written material introduced into a movie or TV show to give credits or represent dialogue or explain an action

to title

MAIN VERB

give a title to

synonyms : entitle

designate by an identifying term

synonyms : style

Examples

1. The boxer took the title with a knockout in the final round.

2. On his death, the title passed to his eldest son.

3. On his death, the title passed to his eldest son.

4. She held the title of world champion for three years.