noun

1. A quotation; a statement attributed to a person.

2. A quotation mark.

3. A summary of work to be done with a set price.

   “After going over the hefty quotes, the board decided it was cheaper to have the project executed by its own staff.”

verb

1. To repeat the exact words of (a person).

   “The writer quoted the president.”

2. To repeat (the exact words of a person).

   “The writer quoted the president's speech.”

3. To prepare a summary of work to be done and set a price.

Synonyms: cite