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/refeˈɾenθja/ ES
/refeˈɾensja/ MX
Translation
reference
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Word origin
From Latin referre ('to carry back, refer'), from re ('back') plus ferre ('to carry'). The same root gives English 'refer' and 'reference'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- referre
- English cognates
- reference, refer
Grammar
Examples
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The report includes several references to recent studies.
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Do you have any references from previous jobs?
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Use this map as a reference to get to the house.
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The teacher asked for a clear reference for each source.
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His name is an important reference in the sector.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 28, lesson 1: referencia, tabla, interrumpir and 7 more words.