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English

title

|ti/tle|

B1

/ˈtaɪtəl/

name or designation

Etymology
Etymology Information

'title' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'titel', where 'titel' meant 'inscription or heading'.

Historical Evolution

'titel' changed from the Old French word 'titre' and eventually became the modern English word 'title'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'inscription or heading', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'name or designation'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a name that describes someone's position or job.

She was given the title of manager.

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Noun 2

the name of a book, composition, or other artistic work.

The title of the book is 'The Great Gatsby'.

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Verb 1

to give a name or title to something.

He titled his new song 'Sunrise'.

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