American Dictionary
Definition cite in American English
cite
verb
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
[transitive]
verb
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
/saɪt/
1
to mention something as an example, explanation, or proof of something else
Example
Bates pulled out of the competition, citing personal reasons.
2
to officially order someone to appear in a court of law
3
to officially mention someone in a legal case
4
to officially praise someone for something they have done
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