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citatory

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ci·ta·tion   (sī-tā'shən)   
n.  
  1. The act of citing.

    1. A quoting of an authoritative source for substantiation.

    2. A source so cited; a quotation.

    3. An official commendation for meritorious action, especially in military service: a citation for bravery.

    4. A formal statement of the accomplishments of one being honored with an academic degree.

  2. Law A reference to previous court decisions or authoritative writings.

  3. Enumeration or mention, as of facts, especially:

    1. An official commendation for meritorious action, especially in military service: a citation for bravery.

    2. A formal statement of the accomplishments of one being honored with an academic degree.

  4. An official summons, especially one calling for appearance in court.

ci·ta'tion·al adj., ci'ta·to'ry (sī'tə-tôr'ē, -tōr'ē) adj.
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