Quote

Definition

The term "quote" describes the act of repeating someone else's words, often with acknowledgment, or a formal statement of the price for goods or services.

Parts of Speech

• Verb
• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kwoʊt/
• Respelling: KWOHT

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kwəʊt/
• Respelling: KWOHT

Etymology

The word "quote" originates from the Latin "quotare," meaning "to mark the number of," derived from "quotus" (how many). It entered English via Old French "quoter," initially used in reference to marking chapters or passages in texts.

Derivatives

• Quotation (noun)
• Quotable (adjective)
• Quoter (noun)
• Requote (verb)
• Quotient (noun, mathematical)

Synonyms

• Reference
• Excerpt
• Cite

Antonyms

• Paraphrase
• Summarize
• None

Usage

The term "quote" is used in academic, professional, and casual contexts. For example, "She quoted a famous author in her speech" or "The company provided a quote for the renovation project."

Related Terms

• Citation: A reference to a source of information.
• Excerpt: A short extract from a text or speech.
• Notation: A system of marks or symbols used for referencing.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To repeat or copy words from a source: Refers to acknowledging the original author or speaker.
  • Example: "She quoted a passage from Shakespeare."
• To provide a formal statement of price: Refers to offering an estimate for goods or services.
  • Example: "The contractor quoted $5,000 for the project."

Noun

• A repetition of someone’s words: Refers to a cited text or spoken statement.
  • Example: "The book is full of inspiring quotes."
• A formal price estimate: Refers to a detailed statement of cost.
  • Example: "We requested a quote for the car repairs."