English
Citation.
Definition
A reference that identifies the source of information, ideas, or quotations used in a piece of writing. Citations give credit to the original author, allow readers to locate the source, and help the writer avoid plagiarism.
Examples
Real-world.
- 1 In-text MLA citation: (Morrison 47)
- 2 In-text APA citation: (Morrison, 1987, p. 47)
- 3 A Works Cited entry: Morrison, Toni. Beloved. Knopf, 1987.