Definition of "come to mention it" in English

Phrase

1. What you just said reminds me of something; Used to justify a change of subject or a kind of statement that needs some kind of license.

   • "What do you think of the banking reforms?" / "Come to mention it, I've got to get to the bank before it closes today.
   • "Did you see that hat he was wearing?" / "Come to mention it, he always wears funny clothes."