Definition of reference in English:

reference

noun ˈrɛf(ə)r(ə)nsˈrɛf(ə)rəns

mass noun

1The action of mentioning or alluding to something.
he made reference to the enormous power of the mass media
count noun references to Darwinism and evolution
Example sentencesExamples
- She then moved to works of a larger scale and in colour, and in the 1980s made reference to art history, fashion photography, television, horror movies and pornography.
- I've written novels which make frequent passing reference to the Soviet Union, Lenin, Trotsky, and communism.
- So Mr Howard made reference to the proposals for off-shore processing of asylum claims, even if that laid him open to charges of pandering to the far-Right's agenda.
- Peter Mandelson and Robin Cook, the cabinet Europhiles, both made reference to ‘new mechanisms’ for dealing with Europe on the conference fringe.
- For this reason, their value is often calculated by making reference to the long bond yield.
- Finally, I noticed that a huge number of the stories on Latham's bouts of pancreatitis made reference to how pancreatitis was often triggered by excessive alcohol consumption.
- Peake also made reference to the existence of the National Lotteries Control Board on Duke Street, which lay in close proximity to the Methodist Church just across the road.
- Movie themes and pop culture references appear elsewhere.
- The report also made reference to the very good provision in the Speech and Language Centre, which in turn had led to the very good achievement of pupils with speech and communication difficulties.
- In his introduction, the Prime Minister made reference to this new type of relationship that China and Australia are developing and the significance of his address to Parliament.
- It is clear that both Messier and Bronfman had the TimeWarner / AOL model in mind when they made reference to music unfolding on the Internet.
- The title is only passing reference to the Louisville Institute sabbatical that occasioned its writing.
- The extent to which folk medicine, which I've made reference to, is practiced is a measure of the quality of the medical service available in that community.
- The objects used in the installation make specific cultural references.
- The discussion from the Junior Group made reference to the fact that Waterford was not as bad as other cities in relation to crime but that there was a concern over pickpockets.
- They walked in the direction of the barn as he made reference to meeting her models for the project.
- One of the poems, written in June 1999, entitled Knocking on Heaven's Door, made reference to ‘one million dollars cash’.
- Well, the submissions make a passing reference to the fact that Erasmus was of that opinion, your Honour.
- Many of those aimed at youngsters are barely monitored and contain explicit sexual references.
- He made reference to turnover rates of 100%, but if an organisation is achieving such rates then it should really be looking at its own operation and not placing blame elsewhere.
Synonyms
mention of, allusion to, comment on, remark about
citation of, instance of
1. 1.1count noun A mention or citation of a source of information in a book or article.
  each chapter should have references to books covering the subject in greater depth
  Example sentencesExamples
  I haven't put chapter and verse references in my answer to Larry King.
  Not that the book lacks citations, references and footnotes.
  They're derivative - the top of the tower in the middle reminds of some other building, and unfortunately I loaned out the book that has the reference.
  There are almost four hundred references given in the book's concluding section, which is itself an important contribution.
  The list of references in this chapter is extensive and up-to-date, as are all the references in this book.
  The many pages of references in all these books show the industry that has gone into them, which would rarely be possible without the academic resources that have supported the first and last.
  You can search through Bible Gateway's content by entering a keyword or a specific passage reference.
  That single sentence is the only published reference to the Book I've ever seen.
  The final section of the book contains over 1,000 references.
  Your Honour does not want the precise page references in the various judgments?
  Still I note the obligatory " failure " references in the third paragraph.
  The bibliography of Chandler's book on Pol Pot's Secret Prison S- 21 stretches to thousands of references, articles and books that have been written on Pol Pot and the prison.
  When the subject is larger than could be covered in this general book, references are given.
  A new book by Amy Reigle Newland, Jan Perree and Robert Schaap - see the book reference on this page - brings a bit more light into his art works.
  In addition to these compelling narratives, the chapters include numerous references and a section of reflections, questions, and exercises.
  The footnote reference to the highlighted passage is the SFEI case.
  This state of affairs can be achieved by reading the trade papers for a couple of years, and by reading some of the books mentioned in the references section of this essay.
  We also reviewed books, bibliographies, and conference proceedings of related topics as well as citations in these books and articles and references provided by colleagues.
  It makes it possible to discover books that have references or sections or chapters that are of interest to you even though the book as a whole may not be.
  The book had 475 references from diverse sources and provided a common background to a growing community of scientists.
2. 1.2count noun A source of information cited in a book or article.
  Example sentencesExamples
  In Scripture, the reference is from the book of Job, and it is hotly disputed whether the statement describes accurate doctrine, or is merely a quotation of a character in the story.
  As a one-source database reference, the book is essentially complete.
  Include here all references cited in the text.
  Do America's students not know how to correctly cite internet references containing hyphens?
  Many primary references for the work cited in this discussion were omitted because of space limitations.
  Perhaps Shann could have been more specific for the sake of those readers who do not have the time to seek out all the articles cited as references.
  However, the reference cited for this says something quite different.
  Additional articles were ascertained through references cited in these publications.
  A major flaw in the book is that the references quoted at the end of the chapters are old.
  This legend of the fall has often been cited as the main reference for violence against women, either physically or mentally.
  Many sources of reference survive to support this view.
  I can't even find the reference, or else I would have cited that instead.
  All this and more could be found at various sources on the Web (some references have been mentioned earlier) and print form.
  And how do you cite your reference for something like that on a bibliography?
  A recent Spanish study found that promotional statements made in nearly half of almost 300 advertisements were not supported by the reference they cited.
  Your Honours will see the references in paragraph 9 of our written submissions.
  Detailed procedures for their use can be found in the books cited in the reference section.
  RJ did a Medline search from 1966 to the present, and both authors examined references cited in commonly used textbooks of medical ethics and clinical research ethics.
  There was no reference cited for this research, so I assume that the research was never published.
  You probably assumed this passage was from a reference on Intelligent Design theory.
  The reference table stores the bibliographic information for the references cited during interpretation and compilation.
  We conducted an extensive secondary search of references cited in publications identified in the above searches.
  After more than ten years, it is still cited as the main reference on the evolution of neocon foreign policy views.
  Do not post messages which are intended to cause a person to be insulted, hated by others without clearly citing the reference.
  Each chapter includes references at the end, as well as an extended bibliography as an appendix.
  Synonyms
  source, information source, citation, authority, credit
  note, footnote
  bibliographical data, bibliography
2The use of a source of information in order to ascertain something.
popular works of reference
as modifier a reference work
Example sentencesExamples
- Consequently, other atomic weights calculated by reference to oxygen also remained debatable.
- In addition, there are no reference books about the exam written in Braille.
- Participants will be encouraged to work with visual ideas as well as constructing blank books as models for reference.
- While I understand that most readers will be at their desks with easy access to a hymnal, I would have liked to see each text printed in the book for quick reference.
- So good is it that I've put it in the sidebar under ‘Information’ for permanent reference.
- It may be either a market value, if the dog has any, or some special or pecuniary value to the owner, that may be ascertained by reference to the usefulness and services of the dog.
- Above all, however, this is very much a working collection, virtually every book having within its pages a series of paper slips marking relevant information for easy reference in teaching and research.
- The nature of that extension can be seen by reference to two passages in the report.
- That work was then put on video and stored as an invaluable source of reference.
- The other, more exciting activity was that I found some lost reference books.
- Tax is, therefore, usually calculated by reference to the value of the estate.
- A number of consensus statements regarding management of opioid therapy are cited for reference.
- While This Far by Faith tells good stories, readers who wish to use the book for quick reference may find the book's loose organization a bit frustrating.
- When you take down a book for reference, how long after you finish with it does it take you to reshelve it?
- Words are gems, stored in a book for quick reference, a treasure chest.
- Check with your reference librarian for help if you cannot find any of the above.
- This question may be answered in a general way by reference to such passages as those just cited.
- My reference books have not been helpful in identifying the aircraft in the picture.
- Even if you had read the Times essay that led to this book, there is much more here to enjoy and you will want to keep the book for reference.
- In certain cases the true ownership of a cheque may be determined only by reference to agency principles.
1. 2.1 The sending of a matter to an authority for decision or consideration.
  the publishers reprinted and sold the work without reference to the author
  Example sentencesExamples
  There is further criticism about Kim being allowed to go to work unsupervised, without reference to the High Court, while there were questions over the delay in allowing a public appeal to be issued.
  For example, foundation trusts will be able to sell property and retain the proceeds without reference to the strategic health authorities, which currently have a say in the allocation of such proceeds.
  We were left to make many decisions without reference to the office back in the city.
  He could thus establish his own authority without reference to the Soto or Rinzai patriarchal lines.
  It seemed that he made that decision on his own, without reference to anyone.
  Scotland is rightly beginning to build alliances - without reference to London - which could potentially conflict with London's interests.
  There is a rich and diverse range of secular spiritualities, ‘and countless people follow them without reference to religion or any necessary sense of God’.
  This decision was taken without reference to the employees who have served the company so loyally.
  That suggests that BBC Scotland could soon become an independent body, able to make its own decisions on programme making without reference to the board of governors in London.
  It is clear the applicant made a deliberate decision, without reference to planning officers, to implement changes.
  But soon it spread to giving staff the opportunity to design the layout of a new factory, and from there to letting them set production schedules and targets without reference to managers.
  Quite simply, it authorized the cabinet to make laws it thought appropriate without reference to or approval by the assembly.
  He has intervened in Africa without reference to the UN.
  The decision was taken without reference to the members who should have been made aware that a funding difficulty existed.
  This creates a difficulty in relation to powers exercised by local authorities without reference to a court, such as those concerning common lodging-houses.
  Few buying decisions are made without reference to others, so it is important to identify the members of the decision-making unit.
  The parliament makes laws without reference to Westminster, and the executive decides its own spending priorities and policies without reference to the UK cabinet.
  Does he not understand the difference between a decision at the end of a democratic consultative process and a decision taken by a whipped parliamentary group without reference to those affected?
  That is, colonial officials and military men out in Malaya or Africa often made policy without reference to London.
  The news that decisions had already been made without reference to the JCR provoked a spontaneous student reaction and more than 60 students gathered to demonstrate against the move.
  Synonyms
  referral, transfer, passing on, handover, direction, remission
3count noun A letter from a previous employer testifying to someone's ability or reliability, used when applying for a new job.
I was dismissed from the library, but with a good reference
Example sentencesExamples
- Note to would-be forgers: If you're going to make a fake reference from an employer, don't use stupid clip-art pictures.
- She's really down to earth and has fantastic references from her previous employers.
- Tenants are also expected to supply references from their employer, bank and previous landlord.
- I think that it would be legitimate to ask for references from somebody's employer and bank.
- He stated that relevant weight has not been given to his good teaching record and to letters, testimonials and references from parents appreciating work he has done with their children.
- Most letting agents or landlords look for a reference from a previous landlord or an employer reference.
- She handed in a character reference from his employer.
- Bradford Crown Court heard that Ali was a man of no previous convictions and glowing references were handed in.
- If both you and the lender are keen to go ahead, you'll also need to supply things like details of your current mortgage, proof of income, proof of ID, and employers' references.
- She went on to read out glowing references from Reynolds' employers and spoke of his role as a volunteer worker.
- The Royal College says its report remains confidential to the trust but if Miss Reinbach does apply for another job she will need two references from Scarborough as her previous employer.
- Always check references and speak to previous employers.
- But Mrs Snobar Hanif said they interviewed the tenants personally and only accepted them after obtaining references from previous landlords and checking with police.
- ‘I think any employer would want to do a fairly thorough check of references of previous employers of an individual,’ said Mitchell.
- She handed in a reference from her new employer.
- The barrister handed in references from Holland's employers, mother and a family friend.
- The best way of finding a model tenant is to make sure that you obtain at least two references from previous landlords.
- It is important to source your tenant from a reliable agency and where possible to get references from previous landlords or even from an employer.
- Mr Bradshaw handed in references from a previous employer which spoke of her reliability and honesty.
- To apply, submit a curriculum vitae and three letters of reference specifically addressing abilities related to the fellowship.
Synonyms
testimonial, character reference, recommendation, good word, backing
credentials
dated character
1. 3.1US A person who agrees to testify to someone's ability or reliability when they apply for a new job.

verb ˈrɛf(ə)r(ə)nsˈrɛf(ə)rəns

[with object]

1Provide (a book or article) with citations of sources of information.
each chapter is referenced, citing literature up to 1990
Example sentencesExamples
- The following quotes are from this brief but fully referenced biography of Mussolini: The Mystery of Fascism.
- The book is indexed and each of the chapters is referenced, some more extensively than others.
- All these articles contain referenced material or the supporting documents themselves.
- With the exception of the modeling papers, most articles are well referenced with conclusions clearly supported by the data furnished.
- This short but well referenced volume is intended for the general reader.
- The book is well referenced and indexed, including a listing of cases found throughout the book.
- The new book is excellently referenced from sources past and present.
- It is extensively referenced and provides the scientific evidence for many of the practices and principles of tuberculosis control.
- I really appreciated your well-researched and referenced article on Ashcroft and the separation of church and state.
- All chapters are well referenced and the information is well supported by an adequate number of tables and illustrations.
- I wasn't left high and dry as the book is well referenced which led me to the books that shaped his thinking on a variety of topics.
- Each chapter is heavily referenced and cited within a detailed index.
2Mention or refer to.
the media referenced our association in almost 40 articles
Example sentencesExamples
- The service is undergoing a rapid expansion to 20 or more blogs (as he mentions in the comment referenced above).
- Finally, Sontag begins winding down the book by referencing themes that she first asserted in On Photography.
- Stark's footnote references the muster book she used for this information.
- As the number of references that could be cited was limited, we have often referenced review articles rather than original publications.
- May I suggest that when referencing an earlier article that you use a fuller citation.
- In the comments Noah Brier references an article he wrote on this in the fall.
- In my time spent here I have heard Canada referenced a total of four times in the mainstream media.
- In two of your books you reference the Emerson line, ‘They were born with knives in their brains.’
- Such analyses are provided in the articles referenced in the report.
- We trust that you will take these facts into consideration in any future articles referencing EDC.
- In the incident your letter references, Backlund did not want to drop his title that night, and it took a couple of hours of cajoling and promising to get him to do the job to the Iron Sheik.
- Many studies were associated with more than one publication, but we have referenced only the principal publication.
- I only found out about it when a couple of people e-mailed me referencing it - and when a work colleague mentioned it to me in the pub.
- Only one article of the ninety references an academic source.
- It references this article published by a lawyer of a spammer.
- This claim is dated at best and truly misleading, given the other reports and citations referenced in the article.
- The book references Star Trek, Queer Nation kiss-ins, the writings of Lenin and Max Weber, and the Paris Commune - it's groovy.
- The activities draw on relevant literature that is referenced throughout the book.
- In fact, Croft references the above books in his, giving them praise for their comprehensive coverage of the mountain range.
- Most ‘review’ articles reference this study and its method of administration.

Phrases

terms of reference

The scope and limitations of an activity or area of knowledge.
the minister will present a plan outlining the inquiry's terms of reference
Synonyms
scope, extent, bounds, confines, limits, range, breadth, width, reach, sweep, purview, span, stretch, spread, horizon

with (or in) reference to

In relation to; as regards.
war can only be explained with reference to complex social factors
Example sentencesExamples
- You never hear any criticism with reference to those times gone by because the system worked.
- We may make more explicit a point resulting from what we last said with reference to that question.
- Some people try to explain this with reference to some natural phenomenon, such as a solar eclipse.
- What I wrote earlier this year in reference to North Korea holds with equal force in dealing with Cuba.
- I write with reference to letters in the Guardian recently regarding road cleaning or, more precisely, the lack of it.
- They will present their work and experience with reference to the design of tall buildings.
- My connection to farming can't be explained with reference to everyday Swiss life.
- He used that phrase with reference to only two other mountains on this mountainous coast.
- If this is not possible, flooring for a room should be chosen with reference to what already exists or to what is planned in other areas.
- I waited for more information with reference to national and community programs but to no avail.
Synonyms
apropos, with regard to, regarding, as regards, with respect to, on the subject of, in the matter of, re

Rhymes

deference, preference

Definition of reference in US English:

reference

nounˈrɛf(ə)rənsˈref(ə)rəns

1The action of mentioning or alluding to something.
he made reference to the enormous power of the mass media
references to Darwinism and evolution
Example sentencesExamples
- He made reference to turnover rates of 100%, but if an organisation is achieving such rates then it should really be looking at its own operation and not placing blame elsewhere.
- She then moved to works of a larger scale and in colour, and in the 1980s made reference to art history, fashion photography, television, horror movies and pornography.
- I've written novels which make frequent passing reference to the Soviet Union, Lenin, Trotsky, and communism.
- One of the poems, written in June 1999, entitled Knocking on Heaven's Door, made reference to ‘one million dollars cash’.
- They walked in the direction of the barn as he made reference to meeting her models for the project.
- Peter Mandelson and Robin Cook, the cabinet Europhiles, both made reference to ‘new mechanisms’ for dealing with Europe on the conference fringe.
- The title is only passing reference to the Louisville Institute sabbatical that occasioned its writing.
- Finally, I noticed that a huge number of the stories on Latham's bouts of pancreatitis made reference to how pancreatitis was often triggered by excessive alcohol consumption.
- For this reason, their value is often calculated by making reference to the long bond yield.
- In his introduction, the Prime Minister made reference to this new type of relationship that China and Australia are developing and the significance of his address to Parliament.
- The extent to which folk medicine, which I've made reference to, is practiced is a measure of the quality of the medical service available in that community.
- Peake also made reference to the existence of the National Lotteries Control Board on Duke Street, which lay in close proximity to the Methodist Church just across the road.
- Well, the submissions make a passing reference to the fact that Erasmus was of that opinion, your Honour.
- The objects used in the installation make specific cultural references.
- The report also made reference to the very good provision in the Speech and Language Centre, which in turn had led to the very good achievement of pupils with speech and communication difficulties.
- Movie themes and pop culture references appear elsewhere.
- It is clear that both Messier and Bronfman had the TimeWarner / AOL model in mind when they made reference to music unfolding on the Internet.
- So Mr Howard made reference to the proposals for off-shore processing of asylum claims, even if that laid him open to charges of pandering to the far-Right's agenda.
- Many of those aimed at youngsters are barely monitored and contain explicit sexual references.
- The discussion from the Junior Group made reference to the fact that Waterford was not as bad as other cities in relation to crime but that there was a concern over pickpockets.
Synonyms
mention of, allusion to, comment on, remark about
1. 1.1 A mention or citation of a source of information in a book or article.
  Example sentencesExamples
  There are almost four hundred references given in the book's concluding section, which is itself an important contribution.
  You can search through Bible Gateway's content by entering a keyword or a specific passage reference.
  Not that the book lacks citations, references and footnotes.
  We also reviewed books, bibliographies, and conference proceedings of related topics as well as citations in these books and articles and references provided by colleagues.
  Your Honour does not want the precise page references in the various judgments?
  They're derivative - the top of the tower in the middle reminds of some other building, and unfortunately I loaned out the book that has the reference.
  The footnote reference to the highlighted passage is the SFEI case.
  The list of references in this chapter is extensive and up-to-date, as are all the references in this book.
  It makes it possible to discover books that have references or sections or chapters that are of interest to you even though the book as a whole may not be.
  I haven't put chapter and verse references in my answer to Larry King.
  That single sentence is the only published reference to the Book I've ever seen.
  The bibliography of Chandler's book on Pol Pot's Secret Prison S- 21 stretches to thousands of references, articles and books that have been written on Pol Pot and the prison.
  When the subject is larger than could be covered in this general book, references are given.
  The final section of the book contains over 1,000 references.
  This state of affairs can be achieved by reading the trade papers for a couple of years, and by reading some of the books mentioned in the references section of this essay.
  The book had 475 references from diverse sources and provided a common background to a growing community of scientists.
  In addition to these compelling narratives, the chapters include numerous references and a section of reflections, questions, and exercises.
  The many pages of references in all these books show the industry that has gone into them, which would rarely be possible without the academic resources that have supported the first and last.
  A new book by Amy Reigle Newland, Jan Perree and Robert Schaap - see the book reference on this page - brings a bit more light into his art works.
  Still I note the obligatory " failure " references in the third paragraph.
2. 1.2 A book or passage cited with a reference.
  Example sentencesExamples
  However, the reference cited for this says something quite different.
  I can't even find the reference, or else I would have cited that instead.
  Many primary references for the work cited in this discussion were omitted because of space limitations.
  Many sources of reference survive to support this view.
  All this and more could be found at various sources on the Web (some references have been mentioned earlier) and print form.
  Do not post messages which are intended to cause a person to be insulted, hated by others without clearly citing the reference.
  There was no reference cited for this research, so I assume that the research was never published.
  A recent Spanish study found that promotional statements made in nearly half of almost 300 advertisements were not supported by the reference they cited.
  After more than ten years, it is still cited as the main reference on the evolution of neocon foreign policy views.
  Detailed procedures for their use can be found in the books cited in the reference section.
  Include here all references cited in the text.
  The reference table stores the bibliographic information for the references cited during interpretation and compilation.
  You probably assumed this passage was from a reference on Intelligent Design theory.
  A major flaw in the book is that the references quoted at the end of the chapters are old.
  In Scripture, the reference is from the book of Job, and it is hotly disputed whether the statement describes accurate doctrine, or is merely a quotation of a character in the story.
  Do America's students not know how to correctly cite internet references containing hyphens?
  We conducted an extensive secondary search of references cited in publications identified in the above searches.
  As a one-source database reference, the book is essentially complete.
  This legend of the fall has often been cited as the main reference for violence against women, either physically or mentally.
  Each chapter includes references at the end, as well as an extended bibliography as an appendix.
  Your Honours will see the references in paragraph 9 of our written submissions.
  And how do you cite your reference for something like that on a bibliography?
  RJ did a Medline search from 1966 to the present, and both authors examined references cited in commonly used textbooks of medical ethics and clinical research ethics.
  Perhaps Shann could have been more specific for the sake of those readers who do not have the time to seek out all the articles cited as references.
  Additional articles were ascertained through references cited in these publications.
  Synonyms
  source, information source, citation, authority, credit
2The use of a source of information in order to ascertain something.
popular works of reference
as modifier a reference work
Example sentencesExamples
- It may be either a market value, if the dog has any, or some special or pecuniary value to the owner, that may be ascertained by reference to the usefulness and services of the dog.
- So good is it that I've put it in the sidebar under ‘Information’ for permanent reference.
- Tax is, therefore, usually calculated by reference to the value of the estate.
- When you take down a book for reference, how long after you finish with it does it take you to reshelve it?
- While This Far by Faith tells good stories, readers who wish to use the book for quick reference may find the book's loose organization a bit frustrating.
- This question may be answered in a general way by reference to such passages as those just cited.
- The other, more exciting activity was that I found some lost reference books.
- In addition, there are no reference books about the exam written in Braille.
- That work was then put on video and stored as an invaluable source of reference.
- Above all, however, this is very much a working collection, virtually every book having within its pages a series of paper slips marking relevant information for easy reference in teaching and research.
- Check with your reference librarian for help if you cannot find any of the above.
- Words are gems, stored in a book for quick reference, a treasure chest.
- Participants will be encouraged to work with visual ideas as well as constructing blank books as models for reference.
- A number of consensus statements regarding management of opioid therapy are cited for reference.
- While I understand that most readers will be at their desks with easy access to a hymnal, I would have liked to see each text printed in the book for quick reference.
- In certain cases the true ownership of a cheque may be determined only by reference to agency principles.
- Even if you had read the Times essay that led to this book, there is much more here to enjoy and you will want to keep the book for reference.
- The nature of that extension can be seen by reference to two passages in the report.
- Consequently, other atomic weights calculated by reference to oxygen also remained debatable.
- My reference books have not been helpful in identifying the aircraft in the picture.
1. 2.1 The sending of a matter for decision or consideration to some authority.
  he demanded the immediate reference of the whole dispute to the United Nations
  Example sentencesExamples
  That suggests that BBC Scotland could soon become an independent body, able to make its own decisions on programme making without reference to the board of governors in London.
  We were left to make many decisions without reference to the office back in the city.
  But soon it spread to giving staff the opportunity to design the layout of a new factory, and from there to letting them set production schedules and targets without reference to managers.
  It is clear the applicant made a deliberate decision, without reference to planning officers, to implement changes.
  This creates a difficulty in relation to powers exercised by local authorities without reference to a court, such as those concerning common lodging-houses.
  The news that decisions had already been made without reference to the JCR provoked a spontaneous student reaction and more than 60 students gathered to demonstrate against the move.
  The decision was taken without reference to the members who should have been made aware that a funding difficulty existed.
  For example, foundation trusts will be able to sell property and retain the proceeds without reference to the strategic health authorities, which currently have a say in the allocation of such proceeds.
  He has intervened in Africa without reference to the UN.
  There is further criticism about Kim being allowed to go to work unsupervised, without reference to the High Court, while there were questions over the delay in allowing a public appeal to be issued.
  Few buying decisions are made without reference to others, so it is important to identify the members of the decision-making unit.
  The parliament makes laws without reference to Westminster, and the executive decides its own spending priorities and policies without reference to the UK cabinet.
  Scotland is rightly beginning to build alliances - without reference to London - which could potentially conflict with London's interests.
  Does he not understand the difference between a decision at the end of a democratic consultative process and a decision taken by a whipped parliamentary group without reference to those affected?
  Quite simply, it authorized the cabinet to make laws it thought appropriate without reference to or approval by the assembly.
  That is, colonial officials and military men out in Malaya or Africa often made policy without reference to London.
  There is a rich and diverse range of secular spiritualities, ‘and countless people follow them without reference to religion or any necessary sense of God’.
  It seemed that he made that decision on his own, without reference to anyone.
  This decision was taken without reference to the employees who have served the company so loyally.
  He could thus establish his own authority without reference to the Soto or Rinzai patriarchal lines.
  Synonyms
  referral, transfer, passing on, handover, direction, remission
3A letter from a previous employer testifying to someone's ability or reliability, used when applying for a new job.
I was dismissed from the library, but with a good reference
Example sentencesExamples
- If both you and the lender are keen to go ahead, you'll also need to supply things like details of your current mortgage, proof of income, proof of ID, and employers' references.
- It is important to source your tenant from a reliable agency and where possible to get references from previous landlords or even from an employer.
- She handed in a character reference from his employer.
- Bradford Crown Court heard that Ali was a man of no previous convictions and glowing references were handed in.
- He stated that relevant weight has not been given to his good teaching record and to letters, testimonials and references from parents appreciating work he has done with their children.
- She's really down to earth and has fantastic references from her previous employers.
- Tenants are also expected to supply references from their employer, bank and previous landlord.
- Mr Bradshaw handed in references from a previous employer which spoke of her reliability and honesty.
- Note to would-be forgers: If you're going to make a fake reference from an employer, don't use stupid clip-art pictures.
- Most letting agents or landlords look for a reference from a previous landlord or an employer reference.
- She handed in a reference from her new employer.
- The best way of finding a model tenant is to make sure that you obtain at least two references from previous landlords.
- The Royal College says its report remains confidential to the trust but if Miss Reinbach does apply for another job she will need two references from Scarborough as her previous employer.
- But Mrs Snobar Hanif said they interviewed the tenants personally and only accepted them after obtaining references from previous landlords and checking with police.
- To apply, submit a curriculum vitae and three letters of reference specifically addressing abilities related to the fellowship.
- ‘I think any employer would want to do a fairly thorough check of references of previous employers of an individual,’ said Mitchell.
- Always check references and speak to previous employers.
- I think that it would be legitimate to ask for references from somebody's employer and bank.
- The barrister handed in references from Holland's employers, mother and a family friend.
- She went on to read out glowing references from Reynolds' employers and spoke of his role as a volunteer worker.
Synonyms
testimonial, character reference, recommendation, good word, backing
1. 3.1US A person who agrees to testify to someone's ability or reliability when they apply for a new job.

verbˈrɛf(ə)rənsˈref(ə)rəns

[with object]

1Provide (a book or article) with citations of sources of information.
each chapter is referenced, citing literature up to 1990
Example sentencesExamples
- All these articles contain referenced material or the supporting documents themselves.
- The book is well referenced and indexed, including a listing of cases found throughout the book.
- Each chapter is heavily referenced and cited within a detailed index.
- I really appreciated your well-researched and referenced article on Ashcroft and the separation of church and state.
- The new book is excellently referenced from sources past and present.
- The book is indexed and each of the chapters is referenced, some more extensively than others.
- I wasn't left high and dry as the book is well referenced which led me to the books that shaped his thinking on a variety of topics.
- With the exception of the modeling papers, most articles are well referenced with conclusions clearly supported by the data furnished.
- It is extensively referenced and provides the scientific evidence for many of the practices and principles of tuberculosis control.
- This short but well referenced volume is intended for the general reader.
- The following quotes are from this brief but fully referenced biography of Mussolini: The Mystery of Fascism.
- All chapters are well referenced and the information is well supported by an adequate number of tables and illustrations.
2Mention or refer to.
the media referenced our association in almost 40 articles
Example sentencesExamples
- In my time spent here I have heard Canada referenced a total of four times in the mainstream media.
- The book references Star Trek, Queer Nation kiss-ins, the writings of Lenin and Max Weber, and the Paris Commune - it's groovy.
- Only one article of the ninety references an academic source.
- In fact, Croft references the above books in his, giving them praise for their comprehensive coverage of the mountain range.
- In two of your books you reference the Emerson line, ‘They were born with knives in their brains.’
- Most ‘review’ articles reference this study and its method of administration.
- This claim is dated at best and truly misleading, given the other reports and citations referenced in the article.
- Many studies were associated with more than one publication, but we have referenced only the principal publication.
- Finally, Sontag begins winding down the book by referencing themes that she first asserted in On Photography.
- In the comments Noah Brier references an article he wrote on this in the fall.
- As the number of references that could be cited was limited, we have often referenced review articles rather than original publications.
- In the incident your letter references, Backlund did not want to drop his title that night, and it took a couple of hours of cajoling and promising to get him to do the job to the Iron Sheik.
- Such analyses are provided in the articles referenced in the report.
- The activities draw on relevant literature that is referenced throughout the book.
- I only found out about it when a couple of people e-mailed me referencing it - and when a work colleague mentioned it to me in the pub.
- May I suggest that when referencing an earlier article that you use a fuller citation.
- Stark's footnote references the muster book she used for this information.
- The service is undergoing a rapid expansion to 20 or more blogs (as he mentions in the comment referenced above).
- It references this article published by a lawyer of a spammer.
- We trust that you will take these facts into consideration in any future articles referencing EDC.

Phrases

for future reference

For use at a later date.
she lodged this idea in the back of her mind for future reference
Example sentencesExamples
- The report was initially an internal report produced in order to inform the council on lessons learnt at each stage of the project for future reference.
- They memorize and even document these for future reference.
- Both articles are long, too long for a casual visit - so either bookmark them, or bookmark this post for future reference.
- This will serve as a DNA library for storing precious fragments for future reference, duplication, and genome reassembly.
- But in any case, thank you for your advice, I really appreciate it and I will keep it for future reference.
- This lengthy description of London's Senate House, designed by Charles Holden, is a perfect example, a good read to bookmark for future reference.
- Heath habitually brings a camera with him when responding to an emergency, to document the scene for future reference.
- Every month clip articles from magazines if you really want to keep them for future reference and immediately place in the correct folder.
- You have to look at each book carefully - not casually - internalise the contents, then stow it away in your mind for future reference.
- As an observer, I study each animal and enclosure design, take note and photos for future reference, then relax and watch my quarry.

terms of reference

The scope and limitations of an activity or area of knowledge.
the judge will present a plan outlining the inquiry's terms of reference
Synonyms
scope, extent, bounds, confines, limits, range, breadth, width, reach, sweep, purview, span, stretch, spread, horizon

with (or in) reference to

In relation to; as regards.
war can only be explained with reference to complex social factors
Example sentencesExamples
- They will present their work and experience with reference to the design of tall buildings.
- We may make more explicit a point resulting from what we last said with reference to that question.
- My connection to farming can't be explained with reference to everyday Swiss life.
- I write with reference to letters in the Guardian recently regarding road cleaning or, more precisely, the lack of it.
- What I wrote earlier this year in reference to North Korea holds with equal force in dealing with Cuba.
- I waited for more information with reference to national and community programs but to no avail.
- If this is not possible, flooring for a room should be chosen with reference to what already exists or to what is planned in other areas.
- Some people try to explain this with reference to some natural phenomenon, such as a solar eclipse.
- He used that phrase with reference to only two other mountains on this mountainous coast.
- You never hear any criticism with reference to those times gone by because the system worked.
Synonyms
apropos, with regard to, regarding, as regards, with respect to, on the subject of, in the matter of, re

单词	reference
释义	Definition of reference in English: reference noun ˈrɛf(ə)r(ə)nsˈrɛf(ə)rəns mass noun 1The action of mentioning or alluding to something. he made reference to the enormous power of the mass media count noun references to Darwinism and evolution Example sentencesExamples She then moved to works of a larger scale and in colour, and in the 1980s made reference to art history, fashion photography, television, horror movies and pornography. I've written novels which make frequent passing reference to the Soviet Union, Lenin, Trotsky, and communism. So Mr Howard made reference to the proposals for off-shore processing of asylum claims, even if that laid him open to charges of pandering to the far-Right's agenda. Peter Mandelson and Robin Cook, the cabinet Europhiles, both made reference to ‘new mechanisms’ for dealing with Europe on the conference fringe. For this reason, their value is often calculated by making reference to the long bond yield. Finally, I noticed that a huge number of the stories on Latham's bouts of pancreatitis made reference to how pancreatitis was often triggered by excessive alcohol consumption. Peake also made reference to the existence of the National Lotteries Control Board on Duke Street, which lay in close proximity to the Methodist Church just across the road. Movie themes and pop culture references appear elsewhere. The report also made reference to the very good provision in the Speech and Language Centre, which in turn had led to the very good achievement of pupils with speech and communication difficulties. In his introduction, the Prime Minister made reference to this new type of relationship that China and Australia are developing and the significance of his address to Parliament. It is clear that both Messier and Bronfman had the TimeWarner / AOL model in mind when they made reference to music unfolding on the Internet. The title is only passing reference to the Louisville Institute sabbatical that occasioned its writing. The extent to which folk medicine, which I've made reference to, is practiced is a measure of the quality of the medical service available in that community. The objects used in the installation make specific cultural references. The discussion from the Junior Group made reference to the fact that Waterford was not as bad as other cities in relation to crime but that there was a concern over pickpockets. They walked in the direction of the barn as he made reference to meeting her models for the project. One of the poems, written in June 1999, entitled Knocking on Heaven's Door, made reference to ‘one million dollars cash’. Well, the submissions make a passing reference to the fact that Erasmus was of that opinion, your Honour. Many of those aimed at youngsters are barely monitored and contain explicit sexual references. He made reference to turnover rates of 100%, but if an organisation is achieving such rates then it should really be looking at its own operation and not placing blame elsewhere. Synonyms mention of, allusion to, comment on, remark about citation of, instance of 1.1count noun A mention or citation of a source of information in a book or article. each chapter should have references to books covering the subject in greater depth Example sentencesExamples I haven't put chapter and verse references in my answer to Larry King. Not that the book lacks citations, references and footnotes. They're derivative - the top of the tower in the middle reminds of some other building, and unfortunately I loaned out the book that has the reference. There are almost four hundred references given in the book's concluding section, which is itself an important contribution. The list of references in this chapter is extensive and up-to-date, as are all the references in this book. The many pages of references in all these books show the industry that has gone into them, which would rarely be possible without the academic resources that have supported the first and last. You can search through Bible Gateway's content by entering a keyword or a specific passage reference. That single sentence is the only published reference to the Book I've ever seen. The final section of the book contains over 1,000 references. Your Honour does not want the precise page references in the various judgments? Still I note the obligatory " failure " references in the third paragraph. The bibliography of Chandler's book on Pol Pot's Secret Prison S- 21 stretches to thousands of references, articles and books that have been written on Pol Pot and the prison. When the subject is larger than could be covered in this general book, references are given. A new book by Amy Reigle Newland, Jan Perree and Robert Schaap - see the book reference on this page - brings a bit more light into his art works. In addition to these compelling narratives, the chapters include numerous references and a section of reflections, questions, and exercises. The footnote reference to the highlighted passage is the SFEI case. This state of affairs can be achieved by reading the trade papers for a couple of years, and by reading some of the books mentioned in the references section of this essay. We also reviewed books, bibliographies, and conference proceedings of related topics as well as citations in these books and articles and references provided by colleagues. It makes it possible to discover books that have references or sections or chapters that are of interest to you even though the book as a whole may not be. The book had 475 references from diverse sources and provided a common background to a growing community of scientists. 1.2count noun A source of information cited in a book or article. Example sentencesExamples In Scripture, the reference is from the book of Job, and it is hotly disputed whether the statement describes accurate doctrine, or is merely a quotation of a character in the story. As a one-source database reference, the book is essentially complete. Include here all references cited in the text. Do America's students not know how to correctly cite internet references containing hyphens? Many primary references for the work cited in this discussion were omitted because of space limitations. Perhaps Shann could have been more specific for the sake of those readers who do not have the time to seek out all the articles cited as references. However, the reference cited for this says something quite different. Additional articles were ascertained through references cited in these publications. A major flaw in the book is that the references quoted at the end of the chapters are old. This legend of the fall has often been cited as the main reference for violence against women, either physically or mentally. Many sources of reference survive to support this view. I can't even find the reference, or else I would have cited that instead. All this and more could be found at various sources on the Web (some references have been mentioned earlier) and print form. And how do you cite your reference for something like that on a bibliography? A recent Spanish study found that promotional statements made in nearly half of almost 300 advertisements were not supported by the reference they cited. Your Honours will see the references in paragraph 9 of our written submissions. Detailed procedures for their use can be found in the books cited in the reference section. RJ did a Medline search from 1966 to the present, and both authors examined references cited in commonly used textbooks of medical ethics and clinical research ethics. There was no reference cited for this research, so I assume that the research was never published. You probably assumed this passage was from a reference on Intelligent Design theory. The reference table stores the bibliographic information for the references cited during interpretation and compilation. We conducted an extensive secondary search of references cited in publications identified in the above searches. After more than ten years, it is still cited as the main reference on the evolution of neocon foreign policy views. Do not post messages which are intended to cause a person to be insulted, hated by others without clearly citing the reference. Each chapter includes references at the end, as well as an extended bibliography as an appendix. Synonyms source, information source, citation, authority, credit note, footnote bibliographical data, bibliography 2The use of a source of information in order to ascertain something. popular works of reference as modifier a reference work Example sentencesExamples Consequently, other atomic weights calculated by reference to oxygen also remained debatable. In addition, there are no reference books about the exam written in Braille. Participants will be encouraged to work with visual ideas as well as constructing blank books as models for reference. While I understand that most readers will be at their desks with easy access to a hymnal, I would have liked to see each text printed in the book for quick reference. So good is it that I've put it in the sidebar under ‘Information’ for permanent reference. It may be either a market value, if the dog has any, or some special or pecuniary value to the owner, that may be ascertained by reference to the usefulness and services of the dog. Above all, however, this is very much a working collection, virtually every book having within its pages a series of paper slips marking relevant information for easy reference in teaching and research. The nature of that extension can be seen by reference to two passages in the report. That work was then put on video and stored as an invaluable source of reference. The other, more exciting activity was that I found some lost reference books. Tax is, therefore, usually calculated by reference to the value of the estate. A number of consensus statements regarding management of opioid therapy are cited for reference. While This Far by Faith tells good stories, readers who wish to use the book for quick reference may find the book's loose organization a bit frustrating. When you take down a book for reference, how long after you finish with it does it take you to reshelve it? Words are gems, stored in a book for quick reference, a treasure chest. Check with your reference librarian for help if you cannot find any of the above. This question may be answered in a general way by reference to such passages as those just cited. My reference books have not been helpful in identifying the aircraft in the picture. Even if you had read the Times essay that led to this book, there is much more here to enjoy and you will want to keep the book for reference. In certain cases the true ownership of a cheque may be determined only by reference to agency principles. 2.1 The sending of a matter to an authority for decision or consideration. the publishers reprinted and sold the work without reference to the author Example sentencesExamples There is further criticism about Kim being allowed to go to work unsupervised, without reference to the High Court, while there were questions over the delay in allowing a public appeal to be issued. For example, foundation trusts will be able to sell property and retain the proceeds without reference to the strategic health authorities, which currently have a say in the allocation of such proceeds. We were left to make many decisions without reference to the office back in the city. He could thus establish his own authority without reference to the Soto or Rinzai patriarchal lines. It seemed that he made that decision on his own, without reference to anyone. Scotland is rightly beginning to build alliances - without reference to London - which could potentially conflict with London's interests. There is a rich and diverse range of secular spiritualities, ‘and countless people follow them without reference to religion or any necessary sense of God’. This decision was taken without reference to the employees who have served the company so loyally. That suggests that BBC Scotland could soon become an independent body, able to make its own decisions on programme making without reference to the board of governors in London. It is clear the applicant made a deliberate decision, without reference to planning officers, to implement changes. But soon it spread to giving staff the opportunity to design the layout of a new factory, and from there to letting them set production schedules and targets without reference to managers. Quite simply, it authorized the cabinet to make laws it thought appropriate without reference to or approval by the assembly. He has intervened in Africa without reference to the UN. The decision was taken without reference to the members who should have been made aware that a funding difficulty existed. This creates a difficulty in relation to powers exercised by local authorities without reference to a court, such as those concerning common lodging-houses. Few buying decisions are made without reference to others, so it is important to identify the members of the decision-making unit. The parliament makes laws without reference to Westminster, and the executive decides its own spending priorities and policies without reference to the UK cabinet. Does he not understand the difference between a decision at the end of a democratic consultative process and a decision taken by a whipped parliamentary group without reference to those affected? That is, colonial officials and military men out in Malaya or Africa often made policy without reference to London. The news that decisions had already been made without reference to the JCR provoked a spontaneous student reaction and more than 60 students gathered to demonstrate against the move. Synonyms referral, transfer, passing on, handover, direction, remission 3count noun A letter from a previous employer testifying to someone's ability or reliability, used when applying for a new job. I was dismissed from the library, but with a good reference Example sentencesExamples Note to would-be forgers: If you're going to make a fake reference from an employer, don't use stupid clip-art pictures. She's really down to earth and has fantastic references from her previous employers. Tenants are also expected to supply references from their employer, bank and previous landlord. I think that it would be legitimate to ask for references from somebody's employer and bank. He stated that relevant weight has not been given to his good teaching record and to letters, testimonials and references from parents appreciating work he has done with their children. Most letting agents or landlords look for a reference from a previous landlord or an employer reference. She handed in a character reference from his employer. Bradford Crown Court heard that Ali was a man of no previous convictions and glowing references were handed in. If both you and the lender are keen to go ahead, you'll also need to supply things like details of your current mortgage, proof of income, proof of ID, and employers' references. She went on to read out glowing references from Reynolds' employers and spoke of his role as a volunteer worker. The Royal College says its report remains confidential to the trust but if Miss Reinbach does apply for another job she will need two references from Scarborough as her previous employer. Always check references and speak to previous employers. But Mrs Snobar Hanif said they interviewed the tenants personally and only accepted them after obtaining references from previous landlords and checking with police. ‘I think any employer would want to do a fairly thorough check of references of previous employers of an individual,’ said Mitchell. She handed in a reference from her new employer. The barrister handed in references from Holland's employers, mother and a family friend. The best way of finding a model tenant is to make sure that you obtain at least two references from previous landlords. It is important to source your tenant from a reliable agency and where possible to get references from previous landlords or even from an employer. Mr Bradshaw handed in references from a previous employer which spoke of her reliability and honesty. To apply, submit a curriculum vitae and three letters of reference specifically addressing abilities related to the fellowship. Synonyms testimonial, character reference, recommendation, good word, backing credentials dated character 3.1US A person who agrees to testify to someone's ability or reliability when they apply for a new job. verb ˈrɛf(ə)r(ə)nsˈrɛf(ə)rəns [with object] 1Provide (a book or article) with citations of sources of information. each chapter is referenced, citing literature up to 1990 Example sentencesExamples The following quotes are from this brief but fully referenced biography of Mussolini: The Mystery of Fascism. The book is indexed and each of the chapters is referenced, some more extensively than others. All these articles contain referenced material or the supporting documents themselves. With the exception of the modeling papers, most articles are well referenced with conclusions clearly supported by the data furnished. This short but well referenced volume is intended for the general reader. The book is well referenced and indexed, including a listing of cases found throughout the book. The new book is excellently referenced from sources past and present. It is extensively referenced and provides the scientific evidence for many of the practices and principles of tuberculosis control. I really appreciated your well-researched and referenced article on Ashcroft and the separation of church and state. All chapters are well referenced and the information is well supported by an adequate number of tables and illustrations. I wasn't left high and dry as the book is well referenced which led me to the books that shaped his thinking on a variety of topics. Each chapter is heavily referenced and cited within a detailed index. 2Mention or refer to. the media referenced our association in almost 40 articles Example sentencesExamples The service is undergoing a rapid expansion to 20 or more blogs (as he mentions in the comment referenced above). Finally, Sontag begins winding down the book by referencing themes that she first asserted in On Photography. Stark's footnote references the muster book she used for this information. As the number of references that could be cited was limited, we have often referenced review articles rather than original publications. May I suggest that when referencing an earlier article that you use a fuller citation. In the comments Noah Brier references an article he wrote on this in the fall. In my time spent here I have heard Canada referenced a total of four times in the mainstream media. In two of your books you reference the Emerson line, ‘They were born with knives in their brains.’ Such analyses are provided in the articles referenced in the report. We trust that you will take these facts into consideration in any future articles referencing EDC. In the incident your letter references, Backlund did not want to drop his title that night, and it took a couple of hours of cajoling and promising to get him to do the job to the Iron Sheik. Many studies were associated with more than one publication, but we have referenced only the principal publication. I only found out about it when a couple of people e-mailed me referencing it - and when a work colleague mentioned it to me in the pub. Only one article of the ninety references an academic source. It references this article published by a lawyer of a spammer. This claim is dated at best and truly misleading, given the other reports and citations referenced in the article. The book references Star Trek, Queer Nation kiss-ins, the writings of Lenin and Max Weber, and the Paris Commune - it's groovy. The activities draw on relevant literature that is referenced throughout the book. In fact, Croft references the above books in his, giving them praise for their comprehensive coverage of the mountain range. Most ‘review’ articles reference this study and its method of administration. Phrases terms of reference The scope and limitations of an activity or area of knowledge. the minister will present a plan outlining the inquiry's terms of reference Synonyms scope, extent, bounds, confines, limits, range, breadth, width, reach, sweep, purview, span, stretch, spread, horizon with (or in) reference to In relation to; as regards. war can only be explained with reference to complex social factors Example sentencesExamples You never hear any criticism with reference to those times gone by because the system worked. We may make more explicit a point resulting from what we last said with reference to that question. Some people try to explain this with reference to some natural phenomenon, such as a solar eclipse. What I wrote earlier this year in reference to North Korea holds with equal force in dealing with Cuba. I write with reference to letters in the Guardian recently regarding road cleaning or, more precisely, the lack of it. They will present their work and experience with reference to the design of tall buildings. My connection to farming can't be explained with reference to everyday Swiss life. He used that phrase with reference to only two other mountains on this mountainous coast. If this is not possible, flooring for a room should be chosen with reference to what already exists or to what is planned in other areas. I waited for more information with reference to national and community programs but to no avail. Synonyms apropos, with regard to, regarding, as regards, with respect to, on the subject of, in the matter of, re Rhymes deference, preference noun.1 phr. Definition of reference in US English: reference nounˈrɛf(ə)rənsˈref(ə)rəns 1The action of mentioning or alluding to something. he made reference to the enormous power of the mass media references to Darwinism and evolution Example sentencesExamples He made reference to turnover rates of 100%, but if an organisation is achieving such rates then it should really be looking at its own operation and not placing blame elsewhere. She then moved to works of a larger scale and in colour, and in the 1980s made reference to art history, fashion photography, television, horror movies and pornography. I've written novels which make frequent passing reference to the Soviet Union, Lenin, Trotsky, and communism. One of the poems, written in June 1999, entitled Knocking on Heaven's Door, made reference to ‘one million dollars cash’. They walked in the direction of the barn as he made reference to meeting her models for the project. Peter Mandelson and Robin Cook, the cabinet Europhiles, both made reference to ‘new mechanisms’ for dealing with Europe on the conference fringe. The title is only passing reference to the Louisville Institute sabbatical that occasioned its writing. Finally, I noticed that a huge number of the stories on Latham's bouts of pancreatitis made reference to how pancreatitis was often triggered by excessive alcohol consumption. For this reason, their value is often calculated by making reference to the long bond yield. In his introduction, the Prime Minister made reference to this new type of relationship that China and Australia are developing and the significance of his address to Parliament. The extent to which folk medicine, which I've made reference to, is practiced is a measure of the quality of the medical service available in that community. Peake also made reference to the existence of the National Lotteries Control Board on Duke Street, which lay in close proximity to the Methodist Church just across the road. Well, the submissions make a passing reference to the fact that Erasmus was of that opinion, your Honour. The objects used in the installation make specific cultural references. The report also made reference to the very good provision in the Speech and Language Centre, which in turn had led to the very good achievement of pupils with speech and communication difficulties. Movie themes and pop culture references appear elsewhere. It is clear that both Messier and Bronfman had the TimeWarner / AOL model in mind when they made reference to music unfolding on the Internet. So Mr Howard made reference to the proposals for off-shore processing of asylum claims, even if that laid him open to charges of pandering to the far-Right's agenda. Many of those aimed at youngsters are barely monitored and contain explicit sexual references. The discussion from the Junior Group made reference to the fact that Waterford was not as bad as other cities in relation to crime but that there was a concern over pickpockets. Synonyms mention of, allusion to, comment on, remark about 1.1 A mention or citation of a source of information in a book or article. Example sentencesExamples There are almost four hundred references given in the book's concluding section, which is itself an important contribution. You can search through Bible Gateway's content by entering a keyword or a specific passage reference. Not that the book lacks citations, references and footnotes. We also reviewed books, bibliographies, and conference proceedings of related topics as well as citations in these books and articles and references provided by colleagues. Your Honour does not want the precise page references in the various judgments? They're derivative - the top of the tower in the middle reminds of some other building, and unfortunately I loaned out the book that has the reference. The footnote reference to the highlighted passage is the SFEI case. The list of references in this chapter is extensive and up-to-date, as are all the references in this book. It makes it possible to discover books that have references or sections or chapters that are of interest to you even though the book as a whole may not be. I haven't put chapter and verse references in my answer to Larry King. That single sentence is the only published reference to the Book I've ever seen. The bibliography of Chandler's book on Pol Pot's Secret Prison S- 21 stretches to thousands of references, articles and books that have been written on Pol Pot and the prison. When the subject is larger than could be covered in this general book, references are given. The final section of the book contains over 1,000 references. This state of affairs can be achieved by reading the trade papers for a couple of years, and by reading some of the books mentioned in the references section of this essay. The book had 475 references from diverse sources and provided a common background to a growing community of scientists. In addition to these compelling narratives, the chapters include numerous references and a section of reflections, questions, and exercises. The many pages of references in all these books show the industry that has gone into them, which would rarely be possible without the academic resources that have supported the first and last. A new book by Amy Reigle Newland, Jan Perree and Robert Schaap - see the book reference on this page - brings a bit more light into his art works. Still I note the obligatory " failure " references in the third paragraph. 1.2 A book or passage cited with a reference. Example sentencesExamples However, the reference cited for this says something quite different. I can't even find the reference, or else I would have cited that instead. Many primary references for the work cited in this discussion were omitted because of space limitations. Many sources of reference survive to support this view. All this and more could be found at various sources on the Web (some references have been mentioned earlier) and print form. Do not post messages which are intended to cause a person to be insulted, hated by others without clearly citing the reference. There was no reference cited for this research, so I assume that the research was never published. A recent Spanish study found that promotional statements made in nearly half of almost 300 advertisements were not supported by the reference they cited. After more than ten years, it is still cited as the main reference on the evolution of neocon foreign policy views. Detailed procedures for their use can be found in the books cited in the reference section. Include here all references cited in the text. The reference table stores the bibliographic information for the references cited during interpretation and compilation. You probably assumed this passage was from a reference on Intelligent Design theory. A major flaw in the book is that the references quoted at the end of the chapters are old. In Scripture, the reference is from the book of Job, and it is hotly disputed whether the statement describes accurate doctrine, or is merely a quotation of a character in the story. Do America's students not know how to correctly cite internet references containing hyphens? We conducted an extensive secondary search of references cited in publications identified in the above searches. As a one-source database reference, the book is essentially complete. This legend of the fall has often been cited as the main reference for violence against women, either physically or mentally. Each chapter includes references at the end, as well as an extended bibliography as an appendix. Your Honours will see the references in paragraph 9 of our written submissions. And how do you cite your reference for something like that on a bibliography? RJ did a Medline search from 1966 to the present, and both authors examined references cited in commonly used textbooks of medical ethics and clinical research ethics. Perhaps Shann could have been more specific for the sake of those readers who do not have the time to seek out all the articles cited as references. Additional articles were ascertained through references cited in these publications. Synonyms source, information source, citation, authority, credit 2The use of a source of information in order to ascertain something. popular works of reference as modifier a reference work Example sentencesExamples It may be either a market value, if the dog has any, or some special or pecuniary value to the owner, that may be ascertained by reference to the usefulness and services of the dog. So good is it that I've put it in the sidebar under ‘Information’ for permanent reference. Tax is, therefore, usually calculated by reference to the value of the estate. When you take down a book for reference, how long after you finish with it does it take you to reshelve it? While This Far by Faith tells good stories, readers who wish to use the book for quick reference may find the book's loose organization a bit frustrating. This question may be answered in a general way by reference to such passages as those just cited. The other, more exciting activity was that I found some lost reference books. In addition, there are no reference books about the exam written in Braille. That work was then put on video and stored as an invaluable source of reference. Above all, however, this is very much a working collection, virtually every book having within its pages a series of paper slips marking relevant information for easy reference in teaching and research. Check with your reference librarian for help if you cannot find any of the above. Words are gems, stored in a book for quick reference, a treasure chest. Participants will be encouraged to work with visual ideas as well as constructing blank books as models for reference. A number of consensus statements regarding management of opioid therapy are cited for reference. While I understand that most readers will be at their desks with easy access to a hymnal, I would have liked to see each text printed in the book for quick reference. In certain cases the true ownership of a cheque may be determined only by reference to agency principles. Even if you had read the Times essay that led to this book, there is much more here to enjoy and you will want to keep the book for reference. The nature of that extension can be seen by reference to two passages in the report. Consequently, other atomic weights calculated by reference to oxygen also remained debatable. My reference books have not been helpful in identifying the aircraft in the picture. 2.1 The sending of a matter for decision or consideration to some authority. he demanded the immediate reference of the whole dispute to the United Nations Example sentencesExamples That suggests that BBC Scotland could soon become an independent body, able to make its own decisions on programme making without reference to the board of governors in London. We were left to make many decisions without reference to the office back in the city. But soon it spread to giving staff the opportunity to design the layout of a new factory, and from there to letting them set production schedules and targets without reference to managers. It is clear the applicant made a deliberate decision, without reference to planning officers, to implement changes. This creates a difficulty in relation to powers exercised by local authorities without reference to a court, such as those concerning common lodging-houses. The news that decisions had already been made without reference to the JCR provoked a spontaneous student reaction and more than 60 students gathered to demonstrate against the move. The decision was taken without reference to the members who should have been made aware that a funding difficulty existed. For example, foundation trusts will be able to sell property and retain the proceeds without reference to the strategic health authorities, which currently have a say in the allocation of such proceeds. He has intervened in Africa without reference to the UN. There is further criticism about Kim being allowed to go to work unsupervised, without reference to the High Court, while there were questions over the delay in allowing a public appeal to be issued. Few buying decisions are made without reference to others, so it is important to identify the members of the decision-making unit. The parliament makes laws without reference to Westminster, and the executive decides its own spending priorities and policies without reference to the UK cabinet. Scotland is rightly beginning to build alliances - without reference to London - which could potentially conflict with London's interests. Does he not understand the difference between a decision at the end of a democratic consultative process and a decision taken by a whipped parliamentary group without reference to those affected? Quite simply, it authorized the cabinet to make laws it thought appropriate without reference to or approval by the assembly. That is, colonial officials and military men out in Malaya or Africa often made policy without reference to London. There is a rich and diverse range of secular spiritualities, ‘and countless people follow them without reference to religion or any necessary sense of God’. It seemed that he made that decision on his own, without reference to anyone. This decision was taken without reference to the employees who have served the company so loyally. He could thus establish his own authority without reference to the Soto or Rinzai patriarchal lines. Synonyms referral, transfer, passing on, handover, direction, remission 3A letter from a previous employer testifying to someone's ability or reliability, used when applying for a new job. I was dismissed from the library, but with a good reference Example sentencesExamples If both you and the lender are keen to go ahead, you'll also need to supply things like details of your current mortgage, proof of income, proof of ID, and employers' references. It is important to source your tenant from a reliable agency and where possible to get references from previous landlords or even from an employer. She handed in a character reference from his employer. Bradford Crown Court heard that Ali was a man of no previous convictions and glowing references were handed in. He stated that relevant weight has not been given to his good teaching record and to letters, testimonials and references from parents appreciating work he has done with their children. She's really down to earth and has fantastic references from her previous employers. Tenants are also expected to supply references from their employer, bank and previous landlord. Mr Bradshaw handed in references from a previous employer which spoke of her reliability and honesty. Note to would-be forgers: If you're going to make a fake reference from an employer, don't use stupid clip-art pictures. Most letting agents or landlords look for a reference from a previous landlord or an employer reference. She handed in a reference from her new employer. The best way of finding a model tenant is to make sure that you obtain at least two references from previous landlords. The Royal College says its report remains confidential to the trust but if Miss Reinbach does apply for another job she will need two references from Scarborough as her previous employer. But Mrs Snobar Hanif said they interviewed the tenants personally and only accepted them after obtaining references from previous landlords and checking with police. To apply, submit a curriculum vitae and three letters of reference specifically addressing abilities related to the fellowship. ‘I think any employer would want to do a fairly thorough check of references of previous employers of an individual,’ said Mitchell. Always check references and speak to previous employers. I think that it would be legitimate to ask for references from somebody's employer and bank. The barrister handed in references from Holland's employers, mother and a family friend. She went on to read out glowing references from Reynolds' employers and spoke of his role as a volunteer worker. Synonyms testimonial, character reference, recommendation, good word, backing 3.1US A person who agrees to testify to someone's ability or reliability when they apply for a new job. verbˈrɛf(ə)rənsˈref(ə)rəns [with object] 1Provide (a book or article) with citations of sources of information. each chapter is referenced, citing literature up to 1990 Example sentencesExamples All these articles contain referenced material or the supporting documents themselves. The book is well referenced and indexed, including a listing of cases found throughout the book. Each chapter is heavily referenced and cited within a detailed index. I really appreciated your well-researched and referenced article on Ashcroft and the separation of church and state. The new book is excellently referenced from sources past and present. The book is indexed and each of the chapters is referenced, some more extensively than others. I wasn't left high and dry as the book is well referenced which led me to the books that shaped his thinking on a variety of topics. With the exception of the modeling papers, most articles are well referenced with conclusions clearly supported by the data furnished. It is extensively referenced and provides the scientific evidence for many of the practices and principles of tuberculosis control. This short but well referenced volume is intended for the general reader. The following quotes are from this brief but fully referenced biography of Mussolini: The Mystery of Fascism. All chapters are well referenced and the information is well supported by an adequate number of tables and illustrations. 2Mention or refer to. the media referenced our association in almost 40 articles Example sentencesExamples In my time spent here I have heard Canada referenced a total of four times in the mainstream media. The book references Star Trek, Queer Nation kiss-ins, the writings of Lenin and Max Weber, and the Paris Commune - it's groovy. Only one article of the ninety references an academic source. In fact, Croft references the above books in his, giving them praise for their comprehensive coverage of the mountain range. In two of your books you reference the Emerson line, ‘They were born with knives in their brains.’ Most ‘review’ articles reference this study and its method of administration. This claim is dated at best and truly misleading, given the other reports and citations referenced in the article. Many studies were associated with more than one publication, but we have referenced only the principal publication. Finally, Sontag begins winding down the book by referencing themes that she first asserted in On Photography. In the comments Noah Brier references an article he wrote on this in the fall. As the number of references that could be cited was limited, we have often referenced review articles rather than original publications. In the incident your letter references, Backlund did not want to drop his title that night, and it took a couple of hours of cajoling and promising to get him to do the job to the Iron Sheik. Such analyses are provided in the articles referenced in the report. The activities draw on relevant literature that is referenced throughout the book. I only found out about it when a couple of people e-mailed me referencing it - and when a work colleague mentioned it to me in the pub. May I suggest that when referencing an earlier article that you use a fuller citation. Stark's footnote references the muster book she used for this information. The service is undergoing a rapid expansion to 20 or more blogs (as he mentions in the comment referenced above). It references this article published by a lawyer of a spammer. We trust that you will take these facts into consideration in any future articles referencing EDC. Phrases for future reference For use at a later date. she lodged this idea in the back of her mind for future reference Example sentencesExamples The report was initially an internal report produced in order to inform the council on lessons learnt at each stage of the project for future reference. They memorize and even document these for future reference. Both articles are long, too long for a casual visit - so either bookmark them, or bookmark this post for future reference. This will serve as a DNA library for storing precious fragments for future reference, duplication, and genome reassembly. But in any case, thank you for your advice, I really appreciate it and I will keep it for future reference. This lengthy description of London's Senate House, designed by Charles Holden, is a perfect example, a good read to bookmark for future reference. Heath habitually brings a camera with him when responding to an emergency, to document the scene for future reference. Every month clip articles from magazines if you really want to keep them for future reference and immediately place in the correct folder. You have to look at each book carefully - not casually - internalise the contents, then stow it away in your mind for future reference. As an observer, I study each animal and enclosure design, take note and photos for future reference, then relax and watch my quarry. terms of reference The scope and limitations of an activity or area of knowledge. the judge will present a plan outlining the inquiry's terms of reference Synonyms scope, extent, bounds, confines, limits, range, breadth, width, reach, sweep, purview, span, stretch, spread, horizon with (or in) reference to In relation to; as regards. war can only be explained with reference to complex social factors Example sentencesExamples They will present their work and experience with reference to the design of tall buildings. We may make more explicit a point resulting from what we last said with reference to that question. My connection to farming can't be explained with reference to everyday Swiss life. I write with reference to letters in the Guardian recently regarding road cleaning or, more precisely, the lack of it. What I wrote earlier this year in reference to North Korea holds with equal force in dealing with Cuba. I waited for more information with reference to national and community programs but to no avail. If this is not possible, flooring for a room should be chosen with reference to what already exists or to what is planned in other areas. Some people try to explain this with reference to some natural phenomenon, such as a solar eclipse. He used that phrase with reference to only two other mountains on this mountainous coast. You never hear any criticism with reference to those times gone by because the system worked. Synonyms apropos, with regard to, regarding, as regards, with respect to, on the subject of, in the matter of, re noun.1 phr.
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