帮助中心

referee

[ˌrɛfəˈriː]

referee Definition

  • 1an official in a sports event who ensures that the rules are followed
  • 2a person chosen to settle a dispute

Using referee: Examples

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

  • Example

    The referee blew the whistle to signal the end of the game.

  • Example

    The dispute was settled by a neutral referee.

  • Example

    She has been a referee for over a decade now.

  • Example

    The referee's decision was final.

referee Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for referee

Antonyms for referee

Idioms Using referee

  • to expose someone's wrongdoing or misconduct

    Example

    He decided to blow the whistle on his boss's unethical practices.

  • call the shots

    to be in charge or make important decisions

    Example

    The coach is the one who calls the shots during the game, not the referee.

  • a situation in which everyone has an equal chance of succeeding

    Example

    The referee's job is to ensure a level playing field for all players.

Phrases with referee

  • referee's whistle

    a whistle used by the referee to signal the start, end, or pause of a game or match

    Example

    The referee's whistle signaled the end of the game.

  • referee's decision

    the final ruling made by the referee in a game or match

    Example

    The referee's decision was controversial and led to protests from the losing team.

  • referee's report

    a written account of the events that occurred during a game or match, including any rule violations or penalties

    Example

    The referee's report indicated that the player had committed a foul.

Origins of referee

from Latin 'referre', meaning 'to carry back'

📌

Summary: referee in Brief

A 'referee' [ˌrɛfəˈriː] is an official in a sports event who ensures that the rules are followed. It can also refer to a person chosen to settle a dispute. The term is often used in phrases like 'referee's whistle,' 'referee's decision,' and 'referee's report.' Idioms like 'blow the whistle on someone' and 'call the shots' are also associated with the term.