Referee

/ˌrɛf.əˈri/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An official who watches a game or match closely to enforce the rules and arbitrate on matters arising during the game.

The referee blew the whistle to signal a foul during the soccer match.

A person who is responsible for mediating disputes in various contexts, such as in formal competitions or appeals.

The referee in the tournament made a crucial decision that affected the outcome of the game.

A person who oversees the rules and conduct of a competition, including issuing penalties.

The referee issued a yellow card to the player for unsportsmanlike behavior.

verb

To act as a referee in a game or contest.

She was asked to referee the local basketball game this weekend.

To adjudicate or mediate in a dispute or argument.

The professor agreed to referee the debate between the two students.

Middle English: from the verb 'refer' with the suffix '-ee' indicating a person who is referred to.

referee's decision

The final judgment made by the referee in a game.

referee's call

The ruling made by the referee regarding an incident in the game.

referee's report

A formal statement made by the referee detailing incidents that occurred during the match.

umpire

An official who makes decisions in games such as baseball and tennis.

judge

A person who presides over a court of law and makes legal decisions.

arbiter

A person empowered to decide or adjudicate in a dispute.

Zebra

The players yelled at the zebra for missing the call.

Ref

The ref needs to be more consistent with his calls.