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CITE definition: 1. to mention something as proof for a theory or as a reason why something has happened: 2. to…. Learn more.
1. : to call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court) 2. : to quote by way of example, authority, or proof. cites several noteworthy authors. 3. a. : to refer to. especially : to mention formally in commendation or praise. She was cited for bravery. b. : to name in a citation.
Cite definition: to quote (a passage, book, author, etc.), especially as an authority. See examples of CITE used in a sentence.
To cite a person means to officially name them in a legal case. To cite a reason or cause means to state it as the official reason for your case. They cited Alex's refusal to return to the marital home.
To cite something means to do right by whoever said it and give them credit — for instance, if you add a brilliant statement to a paper but you’re not the one who originally wrote it, you should cite, or point to, the original author.
1. a. To quote or refer to (a book or author, for example) as an authority or example in making an argument. b. Law To refer to (a previous court decision or other legal precedent), as when arguing a case. 2. To mention or bring forward as support, illustration, or proof: cited several instances of insubordinate behavior. 3. a.
cite somebody (for something) to mention somebody officially or publicly because they deserve special praise. He was cited for bravery. Definition of cite verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
