Mention ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Mention ( verb )

1. Refer to (something) briefly but specifically in speech or writing.
2. Speak or write about (someone or something) briefly in a particular context.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french mentionner, from latin mentio(n-), from ment- "reminded", from the verb me- "remember".

Examples:

1. He didn't mention his plans for the weekend.
2. I will mention your name in my speech.
3. She mentioned her sister in the letter.
4. I will mention it in my report.
5. The article mentioned the new policy.

(As a noun)

Mention ( noun )

1. Refer to (something) briefly but specifically in speech or writing.
2. Speak or write about (someone or something) briefly in a particular context.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french mentionner, from latin mentio(n-), from ment- "reminded", from the verb me- "remember".

Examples:

1. He didn't mention his plans for the weekend.
2. I will mention your name in my speech.
3. She mentioned her sister in the letter.
4. I will mention it in my report.
5. The article mentioned the new policy.