| query | R________ to someone or something is the act of talking about them or mentioning them. A reference is a particular example of this.Reference to someone or something is the act of talking about them or mentioning them. A reference is a particular example of this. He made no reference to any agreement. ...a reference to a fictitious voyage by the buccaneer John Coxton. He summed up his philosophy, with reference to Calvin. |
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| word | reference |
| full-definition | noun Reference to someone or something is the act of talking about them or mentioning them. A reference is a particular example of this. He made no reference to any agreement. ...a reference to a fictitious voyage by the buccaneer John Coxton. He summed up his philosophy, with reference to Calvin. Reference is the act of consulting someone or something in order to get information or advice . This might be done without reference to Parliament. Please keep this sheet in a safe place for reference. A reference is a word, phrase, or idea which comes from something such as a book, poem, or play and which you use when making a point about something. ...a reference from the Quran. ...historical references. A reference is something such as a number or a name that tells you where you can obtain the information you want . ...a map reference. Make a note of the reference number shown on the form. A reference is a letter that is written by someone who knows you and which describes your character and abilities. When you apply for a job, an employer might ask for references . The firm offered to give her a reference. A reference is a person who gives you a reference, for example when you are applying for a job. adjective Reference books are ones that you look at when you need specific information or facts about a subject. There are several reference books which have been compiled to help you make your choice. ...a useful reference work for teachers. verb If you reference a particular book or writer, you make a precise reference to them in what you are saying or writing. His final scene is frequently referenced as one of the most memorable and frightening in cinema history. |
| inflections | referencesreferencingreferenced |
| cefr-level | B1 |
Tags: oxford5k::cefr-level:b1
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