1. To give someone a right to something:
* This is the most common meaning of "entitle." It means to grant someone a claim or privilege.
* Example: "This ticket entitles you to one free ride on the Ferris wheel."
2. To give a title or name:
* This meaning is used when referring to naming something or someone.
* Example: "The book is entitled 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes.'"
3. To give a sense of entitlement:
* This meaning implies a feeling of being deserving of special treatment or privileges without justification.
* Example: "He feels entitled to everything he wants, even if he doesn't work for it."
4. To provide a heading or title:
* This meaning is less common and refers to providing a label or heading for something.
* Example: "The chapter was entitled 'The History of the Empire.'"
In addition to the above, "entitle" can also be used in a figurative sense:
* Example: "His bravery entitled him to the respect of his peers." (Meaning his bravery earned him respect).
It's important to consider the context of the sentence to determine the correct meaning of "entitle."