citation
citation Lexical Profile
citation Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A quotation from or formal reference to a book, paper, legal precedent, or author, especially in a scholarly work.
"Please make sure every direct quotation in your research paper includes a proper citation."
North American An official summons or notice issued by a court or law enforcement officer, especially one requiring a person to appear in court or pay a fine for a minor violation.
"The driver received a traffic citation for parking too close to a fire hydrant."
An official mention or formal statement praising a person for a courageous, meritorious, or distinguished act, especially in the armed forces or academia.
"The firefighter was awarded a special citation for bravery after rescuing the trapped residents."
• Rhymes for citation
Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Old French citation, from Latin citātiōnem ('a summoning'), derived from the verb citāre ('to summon, urge, or call'), frequentative of ciēre ('to set in motion or call').