Citation: meaning, definitions and examples

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citation

[ sʌɪˈteɪʃən ]

^{Context #1}

in writing

A quotation from or reference to a book, paper, or author in support of a statement, argument, or opinion.

Synonyms

quotation, quote, reference

Examples of usage

Her essay was full of citations from various sources.
The professor asked for citations to back up our research findings.

^{Context #2}

legal

A summons to appear in court.

Synonyms

summons, ticket

Examples of usage

He received a citation for speeding.
The police officer issued a citation for parking in a no-parking zone.

^{Context #3}

military

A mention of a member of the armed forces in orders or dispatches, typically as deserving of special recognition or reward.

Synonyms

award, commendation

Examples of usage

The soldier received a citation for bravery in combat.
The general read out the citations for the soldiers' exceptional service.

Translations

Translations of the word "citation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 citação

🇮🇳 उद्धरण

🇩🇪 Zitat

🇮🇩 kutipan

🇺🇦 цитата

🇵🇱 cytat

🇯🇵 引用 (いんよう)

🇫🇷 citation

🇪🇸 cita

🇹🇷 alıntı

🇰🇷 인용 (인용)

🇸🇦 اقتباس

🇨🇿 citace

🇸🇰 citácia

🇨🇳 引用 (yǐnyòng)

🇸🇮 citiranje

🇮🇸 tilvitnun

🇰🇿 дәйексөз

🇬🇪 ციტატა

🇦🇿 sitat

🇲🇽 cita

Word origin

The word 'citation' originated from the Latin word 'citare', which means 'to summon'. In English, it first appeared in the 14th century with the legal sense of summoning someone to appear in court. Over time, the term expanded to include references in writing and mentions of military achievements. Today, 'citation' is widely used in academic, legal, and military contexts.