The citation
Example: Citation references sources to support claims in research
Definition
"The citation" is a reference to a source of information used in research to support claims or provide evidence. It typically includes details such as the author, title, publication date, and page numbers, allowing readers to locate the original material easily.
Etymology
The word "citation" comes from the Latin word 'citare,' meaning 'to summon' or 'to call upon.' Originally, it referred to the act of calling someone to court or to attention. In research, it evolved to mean calling upon a source as evidence or authority.
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"The citation" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Research - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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