What does "cite" mean?
Cite: To urge; to enjoin. [R.] Shak.
Additional senses
- 2.To quote; to repeat, as a passage from a book, or the words of another. The devil can cite Scripture for his purpose. Shak.
- 3.To refer to or specify, as for support, proof, illustration, or confirmation. The imperfections which you have cited. Shak.
- 4.To bespeak; to indicate. [Obs.] Aged honor cites a virtuous youth. Shak.
- 5.(Law) To notify of a proceeding in court. Abbot See Quote.
Sources
- Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913 edition (public domain, via GCIDE / Project Gutenberg).
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