reference

Definition

  • noun: the act of mentioning something in speech or in writing
  • noun: the act of 'referring' or consulting
  • verb: to mention (something or someone) in speech or in writing
  • verb: to supply with 'references'
  • synonyms: relation, regard, respect

Examples

  • Bob's nickname was “Elvis,” a 'reference to' the way he styled his hair. [=people called Bob “Elvis” because he styled his hair in the same way Elvis Presley did]

  • The course covers ancient history 'with' special 'reference to' the Roman Empire. [=the course is about ancient history and especially about the Roman Empire]

  • I have something further to add 'with reference to' [='with respect to', 'in regard to'] what was said earlier.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Can you get me access to this man here? Browning. Fischer Senior's right-hand man. Fischer Junior's godfather. It should be possible, if you can get the right references. References are something of a speciality for me, Mr. Saito. BROWNING: I'm not smelling settlement here. Take them down. LAWYER: (..)
    2010 Inception