quote
noun
Definitions of quote noun
price
- C2Countable
the stated cost a person or business proposes to charge for specific work.
I requested quotes from several contractors for this project.
We need to compare several quotes before selecting a contractor.
The quote for this repair job seems excessive.
Phrases of quote noun
- quotes
The symbols “ ” or ‘ ’ used to enclose a word or phrase, indicating that it is a direct quote or a specific term.
• Please ensure that all quotes in your document are correctly coded.
verb
Definitions of quote verb
repeat
- C1TransitiveIntransitive
to repeat or copy out words spoken or written by another person.
She often quotes from her favorite poet's works.
To support his argument, he quoted the results of a study.
You can quote what I said, but be sure to do so accurately.
cite
- C1Transitive
to cite a fact or example to emphasize or support a point.
He quoted several case studies to illustrate his point.
She quoted several statistics to support her analysis.
To prove his innocence, he quoted the witness's testimony.
price
- C2Transitive
to state the price for a service or product to be provided.
The contractor quoted $5,000 for the renovation.
They quoted a competitive price for designing the website.
The company will quote a price before commencing any work.
Idioms
- quote... unquote
Indicates the beginning and end of a direct quote, often used when the speaker is repeating someone else's words, especially when expressing disagreement or skepticism.
• The politician stated, quote, "We will make the country great again," unquote.