Retitle: meaning, definitions and examples

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retitle

 

[ ˌriːˈtaɪtəl ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

changing title

To retitle means to give a new title to something, such as a book, movie, or article. This action can be taken for various reasons, including rebranding, updating information, or making it more appealing to an audience.

Synonyms

rebrand, rename, restyle

Examples of usage

  • The publisher decided to retitle the book for its second edition.
  • She wanted to retitle her blog posts to attract more readers.
  • The film was retitled to reflect its new theme.

Etymology

The word 'retitle' is formed from the prefix 're-', meaning 'again' or 'back', combined with the word 'title'. The prefix incorporates the notion of repetition or modification, suggesting an action that is being done anew. The term 'title' originates from the Latin word 'titulus', which means 'inscription' or 'label'. Over time, the usage of the word evolved through Middle English, gathering different meanings related to naming, designating, or labeling various works and entities. The verb 'retitle' itself began to emerge in the English language in the 20th century as the practice of changing titles for creative works became more common, particularly in the publishing and film industries.