Titular
/ˈtɪtʃ.ʊ.lər/noun
Related to or having the title of something.
Did you know?In medieval times, titular roles were not just names; they often implied actual authority over lands and people, blending the boundaries of reality and title.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
titulus
“a label or inscription, often denoting ownership or authority.”
Old French
Old French
titulaire
“pertaining to a title or holder of a title.”
14th Century
Middle English
titular
“pertaining to a title, often in a ceremonial or honorary context.”
Modern English
English
titular
“relating to or constituting a title.”
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