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cite
1[sahyt]
verb (used with object)
to quote (a passage, book, author, etc.), especially as an authority.
He cited the Constitution in his defense.
to mention in support, proof, or confirmation; refer to as an example.
He cited many instances of abuse of power.
to summon officially or authoritatively to appear in court.
to call to mind; recall.
citing my gratitude to him.
Military., to mention (a soldier, unit, etc.) in orders, as for gallantry.
to commend, as for outstanding service, hard work, or devotion to duty.
to summon or call; rouse to action.
cite
2[sahyt]
noun
cite
/ saɪt /
verb
to quote or refer to (a passage, book, or author) in substantiation as an authority, proof, or example
to mention or commend (a soldier, etc) for outstanding bravery or meritorious action
to summon to appear before a court of law
to enumerate
he cited the king's virtues
Other Word Forms
- citable adjective
- citeable adjective
- citer noun
- noncitable adjective
- nonciteable adjective
- uncitable adjective
- unciteable adjective
- uncited adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of cite1
Origin of cite2
Word History and Origins
Origin of cite1
Example Sentences
The move follows a row last week, when Reform UK sent its own legal letter to Welsh Labour, citing the Defamation Act 2013 and the Representation of the People Act 1983.
A few months ago, business leaders cited inflation as their primary concern.
The claim was swiftly derided by experts who said the main study cited by proponents of this theory was strewn with errors and it was yet another example of Kennedy's penchant for "pseudoscience."
Lamborghini and McLaren have also said over the past year that they would delay plans to launch electric models, citing weak demand.
The burger chain’s stock has lost roughly half of its value over the past year, during which time the company has cut guidance twice, citing weak sales trends and shifting consumer behavior.
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