Phrase guide

title case

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The capitalization of text in which the first letter of each major (important) word is set as a capital.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, media, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, publishing, sciences

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: headline style, upstyle

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From title + case, because it is the casing (letter case pattern) traditionally often used for document titles (as well as headings and other display type) in English orthography.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Spanish: mayusculización tipo título — Translations