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refer

verb

re·​fer ri-ˈfər How to pronounce refer (audio)
referred; referring

transitive verb

1
a(1)
: to think of, regard, or classify within a general category or group
(2)
: to explain in terms of a general cause
b
: to allot to a particular place, stage, or period
c
: to regard as coming from or located in a specific area
2
a
: to send or direct for treatment, aid, information, or decision
refer a patient to a specialist
refer a bill back to a committee
b
: to direct for testimony or guaranty as to character or ability

intransitive verb

1
a
: to have relation or connection : relate
b
: to direct attention usually by clear and specific mention
no one referred to yesterday's quarrel
2
: to have recourse : glance briefly
referred frequently to his notes while speaking
referable
ˈre-f(ə-)rə-bəl How to pronounce refer (audio) ri-ˈfər-ə- How to pronounce refer (audio)
adjective
referrer
ri-ˈfər-ər How to pronounce refer (audio)
noun

Synonyms

Example Sentences

How can doctors refer patients for treatment without examining them first? Most of the patients we see here were referred by other doctors.
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Word History

Etymology

Middle English referren, from Anglo-French referer, referir, from Latin referre to bring back, report, refer, from re- + ferre to carry — more at bear

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a(1)

Time Traveler
The first known use of refer was in the 14th century

Phrases Containing refer

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