Definition of Quote
Quote
quote
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a quotation that is taken directly from another text or speech;
e.g. That quote was taken directly from a passage of the Bible.
(verb)
to repeat something that was written or said by someone with an indication that one is not the original writer or speaker;
e.g. She likes to quote phrases from her favorite books.
(verb)
to give an estimation of work or service cost;
e.g. The travel agent quoted him a fare of $1,000 for a roundtrip.
(noun)
an estimation of work cost;
e.g. The travel agent gave him an estimated quote for the roundtrip fare.
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