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Reference Sb/Sth Noun Information Letter Countable  /ˈrefrəns   Söz

Level B1 
Kind noun
Front reference 
IPA  /ˈrefrəns   / noun
Back söz etme, değinme
Back 2

reference (noun)

 /ˈrefrəns   / noun
 
MENTIONING SB/STH
1 [countable, uncountable]
(a) reference (to sb/sth)
a written or spoken comment that mentions sb/sth
söz etme, değinme
 The article made a direct reference to a certain member of the royal family.
 Don't make any reference to James' behaviour last night – he's very embarrassed.
LOOKING FOR INFORMATION
2 [uncountable]
looking at sth for information
kaynak
 The guidebook might be useful for future reference.
ON BUSINESS LETTER
3 [countable] (abbreviation ref.)
a special number that identifies a letter, etc.
ilgi
 Please quote our reference when replying.
FOR NEW JOB
4 [countable]
a statement or letter describing sb's character and ability that is given to a possible future employer
referans mektubu;
referans
 My boss gave me a good reference.
 note at JOB
IN BOOK
5 [countable]
a note, especially in a book, that tells you where certain information came from or can be found
kaynakça
 There is a list of references at the end of each chapter.
IDIOM
with reference to sb/sth
(formal)
about or concerning sb/sth
ile ilgili olarak
 I am writing with reference to your letter of 10 April …
 

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