a remark that calls attention to something or someone; she made frequent mention of her promotion; there was no mention of it; the speaker made several references to his wife

[ Syn: reference ]

a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage; the students essay failed to list several important citations; the acknowledgments are usually printed at the front of a book; the article includes mention of similar clinical cases

[ Syn: citation , cite , acknowledgment , credit , reference , quotation ]

an official recognition of merit; although he didnt win the prize he did get special mention

[ Syn: honorable mention ]

make reference to; His name was mentioned in connection with the invention

[ Syn: advert , bring up , cite , name , refer ]

make mention of; She observed that his presentation took up too much time; They noted that it was a fine day to go sailing

[ Syn: note , observe , remark ]

commend; he was cited for his outstanding achievements

[ Syn: cite ]