Titling: meaning, definitions and examples

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titling

 

[ ˈtaɪtlɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

book publishing

The process of creating a title for a book, article, or other creative work.

Synonyms

entitling, heading, naming.

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Word Description / Examples
titling

Same as noted in the first entry; often involved in the context of attributing titles to creative works or formal documents.

  • The team finalized the titling of their research paper.
  • She was in charge of titling the film.
naming

When giving a name to a person, place, or thing. Also used when selecting a name for someone or something.

  • They are naming their baby after her grandmother.
  • The process of naming the new product took weeks.
entitling

When giving someone the right or official authority to have or to do something, or when giving a name to a book, document, etc.

  • This coupon entitles you to a free drink.
  • The new policy entitles employees to additional vacation days.
  • He is entitling his latest article 'The Future of Technology'.
heading

When talking about the main title of a section of text or a document; more commonly used in text format, such as articles, essays, and reports.

  • The heading of the chapter was very intriguing.
  • Make sure each section has a clear heading.

Examples of usage

  • She spent hours titling her new novel.
  • The titling of the magazine article was crucial for attracting readers.
Context #2 | Verb

computer programming

Assigning a name or label to a variable, function, or piece of data in a computer program.

Synonyms

designating, labeling, naming.

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Word Description / Examples
titling

Used primarily when giving a formal title to a book, movie, article, or work of art.

  • The author spent weeks titling her new novel.
  • When titling the documentary, the director wanted something that would grab viewers' attention.
naming

Commonly used for giving someone or something a name. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

  • They are naming their baby after the grandfather.
  • The committee is responsible for naming the new office building.
labeling

Often used when physically or metaphorically attaching descriptive tags to objects, people, or ideas. Can carry a negative connotation when used to oversimplify or stereotype.

  • The jars are labeled with their contents.
  • It's not fair to label all teenagers as irresponsible.
designating

Used when assigning a specific purpose or status, often in a formal or official capacity.

  • This area is designated for VIPs only.
  • The president designated her as the new ambassador.

Examples of usage

  • Make sure you are titling your variables clearly for better code readability.
  • The programmer is titling the new function before implementing it.

Translations

Translations of the word "titling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 titulação

🇮🇳 शीर्षक देना

🇩🇪 Betitelung

🇮🇩 judul

🇺🇦 титулування

🇵🇱 tytułowanie

🇯🇵 タイトル付け

🇫🇷 titres

🇪🇸 titulación

🇹🇷 unvanlandırma

🇰🇷 제목 붙이기

🇸🇦 تسميات

🇨🇿 titulování

🇸🇰 tituly

🇨🇳 标题

🇸🇮 naslavljanje

🇮🇸 titilsetning

🇰🇿 ат қою

🇬🇪 სათაურების მინიჭება

🇦🇿 başlıq vermə

🇲🇽 titulación

Etymology

The word 'titling' originates from the Middle English word 'titlen', meaning 'to give a title to'. It has been used in the context of book publishing and computer programming to describe the process of naming or labeling. Over time, 'titling' has become a common term in these fields, reflecting the importance of clear and engaging titles in various works.

See also: titleholder, titleholders, titles.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,750 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.