Definitions

1. verb

to quote or refer to (a passage, piece of writing, etc.) as an authority or example

“The lawyer cited several precedents in her argument.”

2. verb

to summon or bring someone before a court or other authority for questioning or trial

“The witness was cited for contempt of court.”

3. noun

a reference or quotation from a book, document, or other source

“The cite in the paper was not properly credited.”

4. noun

a court summons or warrant to appear before a court or authority

“The police issued a cite to the suspect.”

5. verb

to mention or refer to something, especially as an example or authority

“The professor cited several sources in her lecture.”