Legal Definitions - Q.V.

Term: Q.V. Definition: Q.V. is an abbreviation of the Latin phrase "quod vide," which means "which see." It is used in non-Bluebook citations for cross-referencing. Example: In a research paper, a writer may use Q.V. to refer to another source that provides additional information on a topic. For instance, "The concept of 'cultural appropriation' has been widely debated in recent years (see Q.V. Smith, 2017)." Explanation: The example shows how Q.V. is used to refer to another source that provides more information on a topic. In this case, the writer is referring to Smith's work as a source that provides more information on the concept of cultural appropriation.