reference (Meaning)
reference (n)
a remark that calls attention to something or someone
a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage
an indicator that orients you generally
a book to which you can refer for authoritative facts
a formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability
the most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression; the class of objects that an expression refers to
the act of referring or consulting
a publication (or a passage from a publication) that is referred to
(computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored
the relation between a word or phrase and the object or idea it refers to
reference (v)
refer to
reference (n.)
The act of referring, or the state of being referred; as, reference to a chart for guidance.
That which refers to something; a specific direction of the attention; as, a reference in a text-book.
Relation; regard; respect.
One who, or that which, is referred to.
One of whom inquires can be made as to the integrity, capacity, and the like, of another.
A work, or a passage in a work, to which one is referred.
The act of submitting a matter in dispute to the judgment of one or more persons for decision.
The process of sending any matter, for inquiry in a cause, to a master or other officer, in order that he may ascertain facts and report to the court.
Appeal.
Synonyms & Antonyms of reference
reference Sentence Examples
- The teacher referred students to the textbook for additional information.
- The doctor's referral letter allowed me to see a specialist.
- The library keeps a reference section with encyclopedias and dictionaries.
- The reference book provided valuable insights into historical events.
- The reference librarian assisted me in finding relevant sources for my research.
- The recipe referenced specific ingredients and cooking techniques.
- The legal document made reference to previous court cases.
- The speaker's reference to current events kept the audience engaged.
- The artist referenced traditional techniques in their modern paintings.
- The website served as a reference point for obtaining up-to-date news and information.
FAQs About the word reference
a remark that calls attention to something or someone, a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage, an indicator that orients you ge
source,authority, quotation,citation, footnote, extract, caption, excerpt, cross-reference, note
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The teacher referred students to the textbook for additional information.
The doctor's referral letter allowed me to see a specialist.
The library keeps a reference section with encyclopedias and dictionaries.
The reference book provided valuable insights into historical events.
