Mention  —v. 1 refer to briefly or by name. 2 reveal or disclose (do not mention this to anyone). 3 (usu. As mention in dispatches) award a minor military honour to in war. —n. 1 reference, esp. By name. 2 minor military or other honour.  don't mention it polite reply to an apology or thanks. Not to mention and also. [latin mentio]