1. exact words from a speech or text repeated by someone else
Usage: plural of quote
2. punctuation marks used to show the beginning and end of someone’s exact words
Usage: also called quotation marks

1. repeats someone’s exact words
Usage: third person singular present of quote
2. gives a price for goods or services
Usage: third person singular present of quote

Examples

• The article includes several quotes from the president’s speech.
• She put quotes around the phrase to show it was borrowed.
• The teacher quotes Shakespeare in every literature class.
• The contractor quotes a fair price for the renovation.
• Famous quotes often inspire people to take action.
• Remember to use quotes when writing dialogue.
• He quotes his sources carefully in academic papers.