Definition for TIT'U-LAR

TIT'U-LAR, a. [Fr. titulaire; from L. titulus.]

  1. Existing in title or name only; nominal; having or conferring the title only; as, a titular king or prince.
  2. Having the title to an office or dignity without discharging the duties of it. Both Valerius and Austin were titular bishops. Ayliffe.

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