What does QUOTE mean?

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Parts of Speech: Noun, verb

Definitions:

1. A group of words repeated from a text or speech, typically with an indication that one is not the original author or speaker.
2. Repeat or copy out (a group of words from a text or speech), typically with an indication that one is not the original author or speaker.

Pronunciations:

• US: /kwot/
• UK: /kwəʊt/

Origin and Usage:

The word "quote" originated from the Latin word "quotare", which means "to mark a book with numbers or marginal references". It was first used in English in the late 14th century as a verb, and the noun form was first recorded in the early 15th century. The word has been used in various contexts, including literature, speeches, and legal documents.

Synonyms:

• Cite
• Reproduce
• Repeat
• Recite
• Paraphrase

Related Words:

• Quell
• Quiet
• Quilt
• Quite
• Quirk

Example Sentences:

• The article included a quote from the CEO of the company.
• She decided to quote a famous philosopher during her speech.