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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
/ ɪ /
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
Derived Forms
- ˈٱ, noun
- ˈٲ, adjective
Other Word Forms
- ·· ٱ·· adjective
- · noun
- non··· adjective
- non·ٱ·· adjective
- un··· adjective
- un·ٱ·· adjective
- ܲ·· adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of cite1
Origin of cite2
Word History and Origins
Origin of cite1
Example Sentences
Labor has little patience for those criticisms, citing research which they claim shows their proposal will leave the bulk of doctors better off and accusing them of wanting investment "without strings attached".
He cited the president's fixation on tariffs and "constrictions on free enterprise, price controls, trade barriers and whatnot — cartelization of the economy, many very bad things."
Mark Hawtin, head of the Global Equities team at Liontrust, recently cited market concentration, record margins and valuation as key risks for the passive investing strategy.
His farewell note to staff cited interference from the corporate owner, Paramount Global, which is seeking regulatory clearance from the Trump administration to complete an $8-billion merger with Skydance Media.
Anton cited a line from the eulogy of Francis that Romanelli delivered: “Just as you were fighting for peace on Earth, let your first miracle be to achieve peace from heaven.”
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