Mention

/ˈmɛnʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A reference to someone or something, often made in speech or writing.

Her mention in the article boosted her career.

A brief statement about someone or something.

There was a mention of his achievements in the report.

verb

To refer to or speak about someone or something briefly.

She didn't mention the meeting in her email.

To refer to casually or offhandedly.

He mentioned that he might be late to the party.

To reference a fact or event in conversation.

During the lecture, the professor mentioned a recent study.

Middle English, from Old French 'mention', from Latin 'mentio', meaning 'a mentioning'.

by the way

Used to introduce a new topic or add information.

in passing

Said while doing something else; casually.

make mention of

To refer to something.

reference

An instance of referring to something.

citation

A quotation from or reference to a book, paper, or author.

To drop someone's name in conversation.

He likes to mention big names to impress others.

To call someone out or acknowledge them.

She gave a shout-out, mentioning her friends in the crowd.