Chapter Circumstantiate to Cithara of C by Webster's Dictionary (1913 Edition)

3. To quote; to repeat, as a passage from a book, or the words of another.

The devil can cite Scripture for his purpose.
Shak.

4. To refer to or specify, as for support, proof, illustration, or confirmation.

The imperfections which you have cited.
Shak.

5. To bespeak; to indicate. [Obs.]

Aged honor cites a virtuous youth.
Shak.

6. (Law) To notify of a proceeding in court. Abbot

Syn. — To quote; mention, name; refer to; adduce; select; call; summon. See Quote.

Citer
(Cit"er) n. One who cites.

Citess
(Cit"ess) n. [From Cit.] A city woman [R.]

Cithara
(Cith"a*ra) n. [L. Cf. Cittern, Guitar.] (Mus.) An ancient instrument resembling the harp.