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
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The first known use of cite was in the 15th century
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