cite
cite is defined in Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (1913) with 5 senses. The full text of each entry is reproduced verbatim below.
Definitions
- 1.To urge; to enjoin. [R.] Shak.
- 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.
Source: Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913 edition (public domain, via GCIDE / Project Gutenberg).
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Definition-first questions whose answer is cite.
- What is to quote; to repeat, as a passage from a book, or the words of another. The devil can cite Scripture for his purpose. Shak called?
- What is to refer to or specify, as for support, proof, illustration, or confirmation. The imperfections which you have cited. Shak called?
- What is to bespeak; to indicate. [Obs.] Aged honor cites a virtuous youth. Shak called?
- What is to notify of a proceeding in court. Abbot See Quote called?
Sources
- Definitions: Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913 edition (public domain, via GCIDE / Project Gutenberg).
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