The quote
Example: The quote reflects expert opinion
Definition
"The quote" refers to a specific statement or passage taken from a text or speech, often cited to illustrate a point or provide evidence. It is commonly used to represent expert opinion or express an authoritative viewpoint within a discussion.
Etymology
The phrase "the quote" derives from the verb 'quote,' which comes from the Latin 'quotare,' meaning 'to mark a number of.' Originally, it referred to citing a passage or number, evolving over time to mean repeating someone’s exact words. Did you know that the concept of quoting is deeply tied to the tradition of scholarly and literary citation?
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"The quote" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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