Meaning of cite in English

1. Pronunciation

   /saɪt/

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1. Verb

   cite

   Etymology

   late Middle English (in cite (sense 3 of the verb), originally with reference to a court of ecclesiastical law): from Old French citer, from Latin citare, from ciere, cire‘to call’

   Definitions

   1. make reference to

   Examples

   • « His name was mentioned in connection with the invention »
2. 2. commend

   Examples

   • « he was cited for his outstanding achievements »
3. 3. refer to

   Examples

   • « he referenced his colleagues' work »
4. 4. repeat a passage from

   Examples

   • « He quoted the Bible to her »
5. 5. refer to for illustration or proof

   Examples

   • « He said he could quote several instances of this behavior »
6. 6. advance evidence for
7. 7. call in an official matter, such as to attend court