cite
verb
\ ˈsīt
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cited;
citing
Definition of cite
1
: to call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court)
2
: to quote by way of example, authority, or proof
cites several noteworthy authors
3a
: to refer to
especially
: to mention formally in commendation or praise
She was cited for bravery.
b
: to name in a citation
cited by the trustees for his work in public health
4
: to bring forward or call to another's attention especially as an example, proof, or precedent
cited the weather as a reason for canceling the picnic cited several studies that support his theory