citation
Translation
citation, quotation, commendation, ticket
Examples
The essay included a citation from Shakespeare.
The essay included a citation from Shakespeare.
He received a citation for bravery.
He received a citation for bravery.
You must include citations for all your sources.
You must include citations for all your sources.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) citation ((from sb./sth.)) a quotation from a book or person The essay included a citation from Shakespeare.
((a)) citation ((for sth.)) an official praise for bravery or special achievement He received a citation for bravery.
((a)) citation ((for sth.)) a reference to a source of information You must include citations for all your sources.
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Etymology
From Latin 'citare' meaning 'to summon, urge, call'. The root 'ciere' means 'to set in motion'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'citing' a source in a paper, 'citing' a soldier for bravery, or a court 'citing' someone to appear.