Meaning of the word citing in English

What does citing mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

citing

quote (a passage, book, or author) as evidence for or justification of an argument or statement, especially in a scholarly work.

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authors who are highly regarded by their peers tend to be cited

Synonym:

praise (someone, typically a member of the armed forces) for a courageous act in an official dispatch.

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he has been cited many times for his contributions in the intelligence area

Synonym:

commend praise recognize

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