quote

1. quote (noun) — sense 1

Definition: A statement attributed to a person; a quotation.

Example: She loved reading quotes of famous people.

2. quote (noun) — sense 2

Definition: A quotation mark.

3. quote (noun) — sense 3

Definition: A summary of work to be done with a set price; a quotation.

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

4. quote (verb) — sense 4

Definition: To repeat (the exact words of a person).

Example: The writer quoted the president's speech.

5. quote (verb) — sense 5

Definition: To prepare a summary of work to be done and set a price; to estimate.

Example: Can you believe they quoted me $5,000?

6. quote (verb) — sense 6

Definition: To name the current price, notably of a financial security.

7. quote (particle) — sense 7

Definition: Used in speech to indicate the start of a quotation.

Example: She told me she was, quote, "too hot for you."