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    ci·ta·tion
    /sīˈtāSHən/

    noun

    • 1. a quotation from or reference to a book, paper, or author, especially in a scholarly work: "there were dozens of citations from the works of Byron" Similar quotationquoteextractexcerpt
    • 2. a mention of a praiseworthy act or achievement in an official report, especially that of a member of the armed forces in wartime: "the citation described him as an officer of extreme gallantry" Similar commendationawardhonormention

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishCITATION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Learn the meaning of citation as a word, a name, or a praise in different contexts. See how to use citation in sentences and find synonyms, antonyms, and related words.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › citationCitation Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Learn the various meanings and uses of the word citation, from an official summons to a formal statement of praise. See synonyms, examples, word history, and related articles.

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  5. academichelp.net › editing › citationWhat Is a Citation: Definition, Styles, How to Do It Properly

    Dec 4, 2023 · Definition of a Citation. A citation is a formal reference to a source from which information or ideas have been drawn. I t is a way to credit the original author and to provide the readers with the necessary information to find the source themselves.

  6. guides.lib.uw.edu › research › citationsCiting Sources: What are citations and why should I use them?

    May 1, 2024 · Citations are a way of giving credit when certain material in your work came from another source. It also gives your readers the information necessary to find that source again-- it provides an important roadmap to your research process.

  7. www.dictionary.com › browse › citationCITATION Definition & Meaning - Dictionary.com

    Learn the meaning of citation as a noun in different contexts, such as military, law, and literature. Find synonyms, derived forms, and word history of citation.

  8. writingcommons.org › section › citationCitation – Definition – Introduction to Citation in Academic ...

    Learn what citation means and how to cite sources in different ways, such as in-text, numerical, and note citations. Explore the common citation styles, such as APA, MLA, Chicago, and IEEE, and their features and examples.

  9. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishCITATION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    A citation is an official document or speech which praises a person for something brave or special that they have done.