Real Dictionary

mention
If someone is mentioned in writing, a reference is made to them by name, often to criticize or praise something that they have done.
variable noun: A mention is a reference to something or someone.
verb: If you mention something, you say something about it, usually briefly.

mention in American English
a brief, often incidental, reference or statement
to refer to or speak about briefly or incidentally; specify, as by name
transitive verb: to refer briefly to; name, specify, or speak of

mention in British English
to refer to or speak about briefly or incidentally