referring

[rɪˈfərɪŋ]

referring Definition

• 1. mentioning or alluding to someone or something
• 2. directing someone to a different source of help or information

Using referring: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "referring" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He kept referring to his notes during the presentation.

• Example

  The article refers to a study conducted by Harvard University.

• Example

  Can you refer me to a good dentist in the area?

• Example

  The teacher referred the student to the school counselor for additional support.

referring Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for referring

• mentioning
• citing
• alluding
• pointing
• directing

Phrases with referring

• refer to

  to mention or allude to someone or something

  Example

  The report refers to several studies conducted in the past year.

• refer back to

  to return to a previous point or topic in a conversation or discussion

  Example

  Let's refer back to the main topic of our meeting.

• refer someone to

  to direct someone to a different source of help or information

  Example

  I can refer you to a specialist who can help with your specific needs.

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Summary: referring in Brief

'Referring' [rɪˈfərɪŋ] is a verb that means mentioning or alluding to someone or something, or directing someone to a different source of help or information. It is often used in academic or professional contexts, as in 'The article refers to a study conducted by Harvard University.' 'Referring' can also be used in everyday conversations, as in 'Can you refer me to a good dentist in the area?'