Meaning
A reference is a mention of something or someone that helps to explain or support an idea.
💡 Don't confuse "reference" with "refer"; they have different meanings.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Mia
is
preparing
a
job
application
and
she
feels
a
little
nervous
.
She
asks
her
former
teacher
to
give
a
reference
that
explains
her
skills
and
work
.
The
teacher
writes
the
letter
and
sends
it
by
email
,
so
Mia
can
add
it
to
her
file
.
She
reads
the
letter
and
thinks
it
is
honest
and
helpful
.
Now
Mia
will
apply
for
the
job
and
hope
the
company
contacts
her
for
an
interview
.
Common Phrases
make a reference
reference book
reference point
Synonyms
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