mention — to speak about something briefly or to refer to something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to speak about something briefly or to refer to something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmenʃən/
Example Sentences
- My mom mentioned my embarrassing childhood stories at dinner again.
- The teacher mentioned that the test would cover chapters 1-5.
- He casually mentioned he was a millionaire while ordering ramen.
mention
VERB[/ˈmenʃən/]
to speak about something briefly or to refer to something
Briefly referring to something
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'mentionem', the accusative form of 'mentio', which is built upon the root 'mens' meaning 'mind' or 'thought'. It entered English through Middle French, acquiring its modern sense of 'to refer to or speak of something'.
Breakdown
ment- (from Latin 'mens', mind/thought) + -ion (Latin noun suffix denoting action or state). The suffix -ion transforms the verbal concept into a noun representing the act of calling to mind or referring to something.
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📝Examples
“My mom mentioned my embarrassing childhood stories at dinner again.”
“The teacher mentioned that the test would cover chapters 1-5.”
“He casually mentioned he was a millionaire while ordering ramen.”
“Did I mention I hate spiders? Because there's one on your shoulder.”
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