0 to mention something as proof for a theory or as a reason why something has happened: --
1 to officially name or mention someone or something in a law court, or to officially request someone to appear in a court of law: --
2 to praise someone in the armed forces publicly because of their brave actions: --
He was cited for bravery.
3 to mention something as proof for a theory or as a reason why something has happened, or to speak or write words taken from a written work: --
He cited a study of the devices as proof that the company knew they were dangerous.
Scientists cite this experiment as their main support for this theory.
If you cite too many writers, readers will wonder if you have any ideas of your own.
The mine operator was cited with 33 violations of federal safety standards.
4 to praise someone publicly for something the person has done: --
He was cited for bravery.
We can complete it step by step however long the road is and it can't be completed however short the road is if you don't even mark your footprint.
We kunnen het stap voor stap voltooien, hoe lang de weg ook is en het kan niet worden voltooid, hoe kort de weg ook is, als je niet eens je voetafdruk markeert.