noun / verb
quote
A stated price or estimated cost.
The mechanic gives me a quote for the repairs.
Etymology
Quote acquired the sense of naming a price in business. The noun is the resulting offer or estimate stated to a prospective buyer.
More examples
- We compare three quotes before choosing a roofing company.
- The hotel quoted us $180 per night.
- Does your quote include delivery?
Forms
quote · quotes · quoted · quoting
quotation noun — A formal statement of a proposed price.