Refer

/rɪˈfɜr/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To direct someone's attention to another source for information or help.

I will refer you to a specialist for further assistance.

To mention or allude to something.

In her speech, she referred to several key studies that support her argument.

To send someone for consultation, review, or further action.

The teacher referred the student to the guidance counselor.

To assign a reference or designation.

This document was referred to as the 'Project Plan'.

Middle English, from Latin 'referre', meaning 'to carry back'.

refer to

To mention or direct attention to something.

self-refer

To refer to oneself, often in a context of self-assessment.

refer someone to

To direct someone's inquiry or case to someone else.

reference

The act of mentioning or alluding to something.

referral

The act of directing someone to a source.

referendum

A direct vote in which an entire electorate is invited to vote on a particular proposal.

To give a shoutout or credit to someone.

I just wanted to refer my buddy for that awesome gig!

To recommend something casually.

I refer you to that place; they have the best coffee!