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to entitle
01
to give someone the legal right to have or do something particular
Ditransitive: to entitle sb to a right or privilege | to entitle sb to do sth
Examples
The successful completion of the training program will entitle employees to receive a certification.
Owning shares in the company will entitle you to vote at the shareholders' meeting.
02
to give a title to something, such as a book, movie, piece of art, etc.
Transitive: to entitle a work of art or literature
Complex Transitive: to entitle a work of art or literature sth
Examples
The author decided to entitle her autobiography " Journey of Reflection. "
The filmmaker chose to entitle the documentary " Voices Unheard " to highlight the marginalized narratives.
03
to give someone a particular title that signifies their rank or character
Complex Transitive: to entitle sb sth
Examples
The renowned scientist was entitled " Fellow of the Royal Society " for their groundbreaking research
The royal family entitles members " Duke, " " Duchess, " " Prince, " or " Princess " to denote their royal status and lineage.
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