| 释义 |
ref·er·en·dum
\ˌrefəˈrendəm\ noun
(plural referen·da \-də\ ; or ref·erendums \-dəmz\)
Etymology: Latin, neuter of referendus to be referred, gerundive of referre to refer — more at refer
1.
a. : the principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed upon or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative
b. : a vote on a measure so submitted
c. : a similar practice or method for ascertaining the will of members of an organized group (as a union, club, faculty) : poll
2. : a diplomatic agent's note asking his government for instructions |