Definition of cite

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cite    (st) KEY 

TRANSITIVE VERB:
cit·ed, cit·ing, cites

1. To quote as an authority or example.
2. To mention or bring forward as support, illustration, or proof: cited several instances of insubordinate behavior.
3. 1. To commend officially for meritorious action in military service.
   2. To honor formally.
4. To summon before a court of law.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English citen, to summon, from Old French citer, from Latin citre; see kei-² in Indo-European roots

OTHER FORMS:
cita·ble(Adjective)