单词 | reference |
释义 | reference reference // noun, verb
■ noun [C]
BANK REFERENCE, BANKER'S REFERENCE, TERMS OF REFERENCE
1 (abbr ref.) a set of letters or numbers that identifies a person, letter, etc: Please quote reference ZK42 Put the reference number in the subject line of your email.
❖ to give/quote a reference number
2 a letter written by sb who knows you, giving information about your character and abilities, especially to a new employer: We will take up references after the interview. They always carry out in-depth reference checks.
❖ to ask for/follow up/take up references ◆ to give (sb)/provide (sb with)/write (sb) a reference
3 (especially AmE) = REFEREE noun (1): My previous boss will act as a reference for me.
IDIOMS
in/with reference to (formal, usually used in written English) used to say what you are talking or writing about: With reference to your letter of 2 May ...
■ verb [+ obj]
to refer to sth; to provide sth with a reference number: Each order has a unique number and can be referenced at any time. |
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