citation synonyms

citation

n.

  1. Summons

    subpoena, bidding, charge, writ; see command 1, indictment 2.

  2. Citing

    mention, reference, quote, excerpt; see quotation 1, quoting.

  3. Honorable mention

    award, tribute, commendation; see praise 2, prize.

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