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cite

1

[ sahyt ]

verb (used with object)

cited, citing.
  1. to quote (a passage, book, author, etc.), especially as an authority:

    He cited the Constitution in his defense.

  2. to mention in support, proof, or confirmation; refer to as an example:

    He cited many instances of abuse of power.

  3. to summon officially or authoritatively to appear in court.
  4. to call to mind; recall:

    citing my gratitude to him.

  5. Military. to mention (a soldier, unit, etc.) in orders, as for gallantry.
  6. to commend, as for outstanding service, hard work, or devotion to duty.
  7. to summon or call; rouse to action.


cite

2

[ sahyt ]

cite

/ ɪ /

verb

  1. to quote or refer to (a passage, book, or author) in substantiation as an authority, proof, or example
  2. to mention or commend (a soldier, etc) for outstanding bravery or meritorious action
  3. to summon to appear before a court of law
  4. to enumerate

    he cited the king's virtues

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Derived Forms

  • ˈٱ, noun
  • ˈٲ, adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of cite1

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English, from Latin “to hurry, set in motion, summon before a court,” frequentative of ŧ “to move, set in motion”

Origin of cite2

An Americanism dating back to 1940–45; by shortening
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Word History and Origins

Origin of cite1

C15: from Old French citer to summon, from Latin to rouse, from citus quick, from ŧ to excite
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Example Sentences

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However, El Pais cited regional health sources who said the woman suffered from a number of health conditions and that she died of natural causes.

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Newsom made some good points in his announcement, citing the state’s national leadership in high technology, agriculture and access to venture funding, among other spheres.

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The most commonly cited drivers of incivility in the workplace were politics, social opinions and differences in race or gender, Atkinson said.

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Last week, Bill Owens, the executive producer of “60 Minutes,” resigned, citing additional corporate pressure over coverage.

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Amazon's plan to detail the tariff impact for customers was first reported by Punchbowl News on Tuesday, citing an anonymous source.

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