Titus

American  

[tahy-tuhs] / ˈtaɪ təs /

noun

1. a disciple and companion of the apostle Paul, to whom Paul is supposed to have addressed an Epistle.

2. this New Testament Epistle. Tit.

3. Flavius Sabinus Vespasianus, a.d. 40?–81, Roman emperor 79–81.

4. Tatius.

5. a male given name.

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Titus British  

/ ˈtaɪtəs /

noun

1. New Testament

   1. Saint. a Greek disciple and helper of Saint Paul. Feast day: Jan 26 or Aug 25

   2. the book written to him (in full The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to Titus ), containing advice on pastoral matters

2. full name Titus Flavius Sabinus Vespasianus. ?40–81 _ad , Roman emperor (78–81 _ad )

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Example Sentences

While Mr. Page’s Titus naturally dominates the play, he has a formidable foe in Ms. Faridany’s busily scheming Tamora.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The final scene, in which Titus enters dressed as a chef, a cream puff of a toque jauntily placed on his head—he’s baked those unpalatable pies—retains its deranged tone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

"We could produce 10 bags, 20 bags, 30 bags," said farmer Titus Okepuk, 53.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

Like the Arc de Triomphe, Trump’s proposed monument resembles the Arch of Titus, the oldest surviving triumphal arch in Rome, which is located near the Roman Forum.

From Salon • Nov. 5, 2025

I look from Ollie to Titus and back to Ollie, but neither of them is pleased with me either.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila