Refer: meaning, definitions and examples

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refer

[ rɪˈfɜːr ]

^{Context #1}

in academic writing

To mention or allude to something in a written or spoken work, typically to provide evidence or support for a statement or argument.

Synonyms

allude, cite, mention

Examples of usage

The author refers to several studies that support her theory.
Please refer to the appendix for further details.

^{Context #2}

in a conversation or discussion

To direct someone's attention to someone or something in order to provide information or context.

Synonyms

direct, point out, recommend

Examples of usage

Can you refer me to a good mechanic in the area?
She referred us to the company's website for more information.

^{Context #3}

in business or professional context

A person whose job is to give expert advice or recommendations in a particular area.

Synonyms

advisor, consultant, expert

Examples of usage

She is a trusted refer in the field of marketing.
The company hired a refer to help with their strategic planning.

Translations

Translations of the word "refer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 referir

mencionar
aludir

🇮🇳 संदर्भित करना

उल्लेख करना
संकेत करना

🇩🇪 verweisen

erwähnen
beziehen

🇮🇩 merujuk

menyebutkan
mengacu

🇺🇦 посилатися

згадувати
натякати

🇵🇱 odnosić się

wspominać
nawiązywać

🇯🇵 言及する (げんきゅうする)

🇫🇷 se référer à

mentionner
faire allusion à

🇪🇸 referirse a

mencionar
aludir

🇹🇷 atıfta bulunmak

bahsetmek
ima etmek

🇰🇷 언급하다

🇸🇦 يشير إلى

يذكر
يلمح

🇨🇿 odkazovat

zmínit se
poukázat

🇸🇰 odkazovať

spomenúť
poukázať

🇨🇳 参考 (cānkǎo)

🇸🇮 nanašati se

omeniti
namigovati

🇮🇸 vísa til

nefna
benda á

🇰🇿 сілтеме жасау

айту
меңзеу

🇬🇪 მითითება

ხსენება
მინიშნება

🇦🇿 istinad etmək

qeyd etmək
işarə etmək

🇲🇽 referirse a

mencionar
aludir

Word origin

The word 'refer' originated from the Latin word 'referre', which means 'to relate, to carry back'. It entered the English language in the 14th century and has since been used in various contexts to indicate directing attention or providing evidence. Over time, 'refer' has become a common term in academic, professional, and everyday communication.