Cite

/saɪt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to refer to or quote as an authority or example.

In his research paper, he chose to cite several important studies that support his thesis.

to summon someone before a court or to appear in a legal proceeding.

The lawyer cited the defendant to appear in court next week.

to mention formally in judicial proceedings; to summon.

The judge cited the defendant's prior offenses during the sentencing.

From Latin 'citare', meaning 'to summon, to call forth'.

cite sources:

To reference the materials from which information is derived.

cite a case:

To refer to a legal case in support of an argument.

cite chapter and verse:

To provide precise details and references.

To give props or acknowledge someone.

I gotta cite my friend for helping me finish the project.

To refer to something in conversation casually.

When I tell my story, I always cite that crazy night we had.