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The name of a writing such as a book, which identifies it and usually describes its subject, with a short phrase that often summarizes its topic.

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#1·Apr 26, 2026

The name of a writing such as a book, which identifies it and usually describes its subject, with a short phrase that often summarizes its topic.

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"title" means: The name of a writing such as a book, which identifies it and usually describes its subject, with a short phrase that often summarizes its t.... This is a fairly neutral word with no inherent risk attached. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than something dangerous. If your child uses it, context will usually make the meaning clear. A brief, curious question about where they heard it is generally enough to know whether to follow up.

For ESL learners

"title" means: The name of a writing such as a book, which identifies it and usually describes its subject, with a short phrase that often summarizes its t.... Register: neutral, standard English, usable in most everyday contexts. A common non-native mistake is to use the word in the wrong register, or to assume one fixed meaning when it is actually polysemous; always check the surrounding register and the audience before producing it yourself. In formal writing, prefer a neutral synonym or a short descriptive phrase, and use this word only when you have heard or read it being used naturally in a comparable context.

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#2·Apr 26, 2026

The name of a film, musical piece, painting, or other work of art.

I know the singer's name, but not the title of the song.
Origin: From , titel, from , from .. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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  • “the full title is: Body Electric: The Hidden Health Costs of the Digital Age and New Science to Reclaim Your Well-Being www.google.com/books/editio...”

    — Bluesky· May 2026
  • “Thoughts on a 15 year old (tenth grade )dating a 14 year old who got held bqck in 8th grade Just like the title saya”

    — r/teenagers· May 2026
  • “What makes you Australian? See title Edit: so many responses cheers cunts 🍻🥂”

    — r/AskAnAustralian· May 2026
  • “Why don't scientific publications in mathematical sciences (physics, engineering, etc.) use the common two-part title where the first part is a "light-hearted one-liner" and the latter part presents the specifics in a more serious tone? Example: *Policing now, Gentrification Later? The Case of Civil Gang Injunctions in Los Angeles*”

    — r/NoStupidQuestions· May 2026
  • “Why do pubs not serve bread and butter pudding anymore? As the title says, why do pubs not serve bread and butter pudding anymore? I remember a few years ago you could find it everywhere and it's my favorite dessert to have on a pub night out.”

    — r/AskUK· May 2026
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#3·Apr 26, 2026

(by extension) A published piece of media.

Buyers of the new video game console can choose from three bundled titles.
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  • “>> Notorious B. What's this title?”

  • “>> I HIT THE BUTTON. The title.”

  • “>> Notorious B. What's this title?”

  • “>> No. No, that's that's the title of the”

  • “>> I HIT THE BUTTON. The title.”

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"title" means: The name of a writing such as a book, which identifies it and usually describes its subject, with a short phrase that often summarizes its t.... This is a fairly neutral word with no inherent risk attached. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than something dangerous. If your child uses it, context will usually make the meaning clear. A brief, curious question about where they heard it is generally enough to know whether to follow up.

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Slang is read by different audiences for very different reasons. The For parents view re-explains the term in plain, non-judgemental language so a caregiver can understand what their child means without needing the surrounding subculture. The For English learners view focuses on register (when it's safe to use), formal alternatives, and common mistakes — what a textbook won't teach you.

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