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- pronunciation:
- rih
fuhr
- features:
- Word Parts
part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
refers, referring, referred |
definition 1: |
to direct someone to another person for help.
My boss referred me to a good doctor.- similar words:
- direct, recommend, send
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definition 2: |
to speak of; to point to something in speech or writing.
Are you referring to his wife or his mother?I don't understand what this sentence is referring to.- similar words:
- mention, name, quote, touch on
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derivation: |
referable (referrable) (adj.) |
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