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Main Entry:
1ref·er·ence 
Pronunciation:
ref-
rn(t)s,
ref-(
-)r
n(t)s
Function:
noun
1 : the act of referring
2 : a relation to or concern with something
: RESPECT <with
reference to what was said>
3 a : a remark referring to something
: ALLUSION <made
reference to our agreement>
b : a sign or indication referring a reader to another book or portion of a written work
c : use as sources of information <volumes for ready
reference>
4 a : a person to whom questions as to another person's honesty or ability can be addressed
b : a statement of the qualifications of a person seeking employment or appointment given by someone familiar with them
c : a book, document, or portion of a written work to which a reader is referred