cit´er

cit´er
cite «syt», transitive verb, cit|ed, cit|ing.
1. to quote (a passage, book, or author), especially as an authority: »

He cited the encyclopedia to prove his statement. The devil can cite Scripture for his purpose (Shakespeare).

SYNONYM(S): See syn. under quote. (Cf.quote)
2. to refer to; mention; bring up as an example: »

The lawyer cited another case similar to the one being tried.

3. to give honorable mention to for bravery in war.
4. to commend publicly for service to the community.
5. to summon to appear in a law court.
6. to arouse to action; summon.
[< Old French citer, learned borrowing from Latin citāre summon, excite < ciēre set in motion]
cit´er, noun.

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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