titular
|tit-u-lar|
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/ˈtɪtʃələr/
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/ˈtɪtjʊlər/
in name only
Etymology
'titular' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'titularis,' where 'titulus' meant 'title or label.'
'titularis' transformed into the Old French word 'titulaire,' and eventually became the modern English word 'titular' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'relating to a title,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'holding a title without real authority.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
holding a formal position or title without any real authority.
He is the titular head of the organization, but the real decisions are made by others.
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Adjective 2
relating to or denoted by a title.
The titular character of the book is a young detective.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45