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Reference meaning in English: In this article, the meaning of the word ‘Reference’ is explained in easy English with examples, along with its synonyms and antonyms.

‘Reference’ pronunciation= re-farns, re-frəns

Reference meaning in English

‘Reference’ means some such quote, cite or comment by which we know from where we can get the required information.

1. Source of information cited in a book or article.

2. ‘Reference’ means information about a person, provided by a person with whom they are well acquainted.

3. ‘Reference Letter’ Means such a letter of recommendation which is provided to the company by the new candidate to get the job.

4. The act of mentioning or indicating information for the purpose of sharing or disseminating it.

Reference- English meaning

Noun

context

citation

instructions

quotation

indication

Verb

to cite

make mention

to mention

Reference-Example

The word ‘reference’ functions as a Noun and Verb.

The Past tense of the word ‘Reference’ is ‘Referenced’ and its Present participle is ‘Referencing’.

The plural noun of the word ‘reference’ is ‘References’.

Sentences that can be formed using the word ‘Reference’ are as follows.

Examples:

▪ For your reference only.

▪ In reference to the above subject.

▪ Reference the dictionary for word meanings.

▪ The advocate gave old cases references in court.

▪ There was a lack of citations, references, and footnotes in the textbook.

▪ Always check references before speaking on the history.

▪ He found a missing plane location with the help of map references.

▪ He required a reference letter to get a job in the company.

▪ Keep this letter safe for address reference.

▪ The successful candidate gave reference to his past failures in speech.

▪ He got a job in a company by reference of his friend.

▪ Use this book for medical references.

▪ Don’t give me the wrong references.

‘Reference’ other meanings

reference number= A reference number is used to identify a particular item and tells you where you can obtain the information you want. 

reference book= A reference book is used to obtain information on specific matters.

reference point= A reference point is a place or object used for comparison to determine if something is in motion.

professional reference= A professional reference is someone you’ve worked with who can attest to your work skills and habits

ready reference= Ready reference provides convenient access to information that is frequently used

cross-reference= Cross-reference can point to a different page in the document or point to a different element in the same document.

normative reference= Normative reference means that the information, concepts, and principles should be understood and applied as defined or explained

copy enclosed for ready reference= Attached copy for accessible reference

character reference- Character reference is a letter written by someone who knows you and can attest to your personal qualities or speak to your personality and abilities.

vide reference= See or refer to

‘Reference’ Synonyms-antonyms

The synonyms of the word ‘Reference’ are as follows.

mention

citation

indicating

stating

credentials

quotation

pointing out

allusion

hint

source

footnote

testimonial

character

recommendation

bibliography

relating

source

instance

The antonyms of the word ‘Reference’ are as follows.

ignorance

irrelevance

disregard

disapproval

determent