To mention
Example: She mentions key points during the presentation
Definition
"To mention" means to briefly refer to or speak about something or someone, often in passing or without going into detail. For example, when she mentions key points during the presentation, she highlights important ideas without elaborating extensively.
Etymology
The verb "to mention" originates from the Old French word 'mentioner,' which itself comes from the Latin 'mentio,' meaning 'a calling to mind.' Did you know? The root 'ment-' relates to the mind, suggesting that mentioning something involves bringing it to someone's awareness or memory.
Learn to use this word actively
"To mention" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
Would you like to not only understand these words, but also remember them and use them actively? Create a free account and select as the language you want to learn.
Create a free account
