intitule

verb

in·​tit·​ule in-ˈti-(ˌ)chül How to pronounce intitule (audio)
intituled; intituling

transitive verb

British
: to furnish (something, such as a legislative act) with a title or designation

Word History

Etymology

Middle English intitulen, entitlen to give a title to — more at entitle

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of intitule was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Intitule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intitule. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.

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