reference
Translation
reference, mention, citation, testimonial
Examples
He made a reference to his previous work.
He made a reference to his previous work.
Please provide a list of references at the end.
Please provide a list of references at the end.
My former manager gave me a good reference.
My former manager gave me a good reference.
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Grammar Patterns
((a)) reference ((to sth.)) a mention of (sth.) He made a reference to his previous work.
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Similar Words
Synonyms: citation, source, mention, testimonial
Etymology
From Latin 'referre' (re- 'back' + ferre 'to carry'). To 'carry back' information or a source.
Memory Tips
When you write a paper, you 'refer' back to your 'references' (sources).