Referral

/rɪˈfɜrəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of directing someone to a different place or person for information, help, or service.

She received a referral to a specialist for her medical condition.

A recommendation or suggestion to consult a particular person or service.

His referral to the marketing consultant helped the business improve its outreach.

The process of sending a patient to another doctor or health care provider.

After the initial examination, the doctor made a referral to a physical therapist.

An instance of being referred to a person or service for assistance.

The company gives a bonus for each referral made by an employee.

Derived from the Latin 'referre', meaning 'to bring back, carry back'.

in referral to

concerning or regarding something.

self-referral

the act of seeking help from a specialist without a referral from a primary care provider.

referral bonus

a reward given to someone for referring a new customer or employee.

reference

a mention or citation of a source.

recommendation

a suggestion or proposal regarding the best course of action.

appointment

a scheduled meeting or consultation.

Refer out

I had to refer out my friend for a job opportunity at that company.

Send over

Just send her over to me if you need help with that!