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/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.
Etymology
Middle English: from Old French reference, from Latin referentia.
Common Phrases and Expressions
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.
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Slang Meanings
Ref.
I need to get the ref. for that article.
Rec.
Can you send me your rec. for that job?