Language Quote by Ambrose Bierce
“Quotation, n: The act of repeating erroneously the words of another.”
About This Quote
Source Dictionary entry: The New Dictionary of the Canting Crew, 1886
The definition highlights that quoting often involves unintentionally copying another's words incorrectly.
In simple terms: Quoting can lead to accidental errors.
Check sources before repeating.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- academic writing
- journalism
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify a quote?
- What are consequences of misquoting?
Misquoting can spread misinformation.