Reference

/ˈrɛf.ər.əns/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the action of mentioning or alluding to something.

In her speech, she made a reference to historical events.

the use of a source of information in order to ascertain something.

Please check the reference section of the report for more details.

a person who can provide a testimonial regarding someone's character or abilities.

She provided three references from her previous employers.

verb

to mention or allude to something.

In her article, she refers to several studies on climate change.

Middle English: from Old French reference, from Latin referentia.

in reference to

relating to; concerning.

for future reference

for use or consideration in the future.

make reference to

to mention or refer to something.

referral

The act of directing someone to someone else for assistance or services.

refer

To direct someone to a source of information or help.

referent

The word or expression that a term refers to.

Ref.

I need to get the ref. for that article.

Rec.

Can you send me your rec. for that job?