reference
🇺🇸
/ˈrefrəns/
🇬🇧
/ˈrefrəns/
noun
B1
A mention of someone or something in speech or writing.
The book makes many reference to historical events.
B1
Looking at something to get information.
Keep this document for future reference.
B1
A code that shows where to find information.
Use the map reference to find the location.
R
Asking someone for help or advice.
They made the decision without reference to the team.
B2
A letter about someone's skills for a job.
She gave her reference to the new employer.
R
A person who writes a recommendation letter.
My teacher agreed to be my reference.
R
A note showing where information comes from.
Check the reference at the end of the chapter.
verb
R
To mention or point to something.
The author references many studies in her work.
translation
A mention of someone or something in speech or writing.; Looking at something to get information.; A code that shows where to find information.; Asking someone for help or advice.; A letter about someone's skills for a job.; A person who writes a recommendation letter.; A note showing where information comes from.
To mention or point to something.
Word Forms
Plural
references
Progressive
referencing
Past
referenced
Perfect
referenced
3rd Present
references