refer
Translation
to refer, to mention, to direct
Examples
She referred to the book in her speech.
She referred to the book in her speech.
My doctor referred me to a specialist.
My doctor referred me to a specialist.
Grammar Patterns
((to sb./sth.)) to mention or consult sth. She referred to the article in her report.
((sb.)) to ((sb./sth.)) to direct sb. to a person or place The doctor referred me to a specialist.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mention, allude to, direct, consult
Etymology
From Latin 're-' (back) + 'ferre' (to carry). The idea is 'to carry back' a mention or a person to a source of information.
Memory Tips
Think of the word 'reference'. When you refer to something, you are pointing to it as a reference.