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Definition mention in British English

mention verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈmenʃ(ə)n/
1

to say something during a conversation, but not discuss it much or give many details

Example

He didn't mention her all evening.

Example

I'll mention it to her when I see her tomorrow.

Example

Did I mention that I've got a new job?

Example

I think it's worth mentioning that we did most of the work.

Synonyms and related words
mention refer to invoke
1.1

to refer to something in a written document without giving many details

Example

The report mentions that the cost is higher than expected.

Example

The tests mentioned above were developed by doctors in Russia.

Synonyms and related words
mention refer to invoke
Definition mention in British English