ˈnɒm.ɪnl̩ ˈnɑm.ɪnl̩ ˈtɪtjʊlə ˈtɪtʃəlɚ existing in name only the nominal (or titular) head of his party of or associated with or bearing a title signifying nobility titular dignitaries of or pertaining to the title of a work of art performed well in the titular (or title) role the titular theme of the book of or bearing a title signifying status or function of titular rank of or relating to a legal title to something titulary rights