citation
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //saɪˈteɪʃən// UK //saɪtˈeɪʃən// ci·ta·tion
n. a formal mention of a book, article, or person that you used to find information. It shows where your facts came from so others can check them.
n. a formal reference to a published or unpublished source that supports a claim or provides evidence. Typically includes the author's name, the title of the work, and publication details.
The student added a citation for every book she used.
The professor reminded the class that every direct quote requires a proper citation to avoid plagiarism.
While the argument is compelling, the lack of a specific citation for the statistical data makes it difficult for peer reviewers to verify the author's primary claims.
Usage
Commonly used with the verbs 'provide', 'include', or 'omit'.