refer

//rɪˈfɜːr//
B2Frequency Level 5Neutral
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Verb

referInfinitive
referPresent tense
referredPast tense
referredPast participle
referringPresent participle
refersThird-person singular
1

To mention or allude to someone or something

She referred to the incident in her speech.

2

To direct someone to a source of information or to another person for help

The doctor referred me to a specialist for further tests.

3

To look at or consult something for information

Please refer to the manual for detailed instructions.

4

To relate to or concern something; to be about

This paragraph refers to the company's financial situation.

5

To send or direct someone to a specialist or authority for treatment or a decision

The doctor referred her to a specialist for further tests.

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