English主要词典
cite
Universal Words
verb [VN] (formal)
1 ~ sth (as sth) to mention sth as a reason or an example, or in order to support what you are saying:
He cited his heavy workload as the reason for his breakdown.
2 to speak or write the exact words from a book, an author, etc.
SYNQUOTE:
She cited a passage from the President's speech.
3 (law) to order sb to appear in a court of law; to name sb officially in a legal case:
He was cited for contempt of court. * She was cited in the divorce proceedings.
4 ~ sb (for sth) to mention sb officially or publicly because they deserve special praise:
He was cited for bravery in the Vietnam War.
