reference

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[change] Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /ˈɹɛf.ɹəns/or /ˈɹɛf.ɜː(ɹ).əns/, SAMPA: /"rEf.r@ns/
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[change] Noun

Singular reference

Plural references

1. A reference is something that can be compared to.

   When making your model, use the model I created as a reference.

[change] Verb

Plain form reference

Third-person singular references

Past tense referenced

Past participle referenced

Present participle referencing

1. When you reference something, you cite it as a source.

   Reference the dictionary for the definition of this word.

2. When you reference something, you mention it.