refer

refer to

verb

Definition of REFER

1

to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically <try not to refer to the recent death of her aunt>

Synonyms advert (to), cite, drop, instance, name, note, notice, quote, refer (to), specify, touch (on or upon)

Related Words allude (to), hint (at), imply, indicate, infer, intend, intimate, suggest; point (out), signal, signify; denominate, designate; indicate; bring up, broach, interject, interpolate, interpose, introduce; infiltrate, insinuate, worm; advertise, announce, broadcast, declare, proclaim, pronounce, publicize, publish, sound; clarify, clear (up), elucidate, explain, explicate, spell out

Near Antonyms disregard, forget, ignore, neglect, overlook, overpass, pass over, slight

2

to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage <she studied so she wouldn't have to refer to the book during the exam>

Synonyms consult, go (to), refer (to), turn (to)

Related Words employ, use, utilize; depend (on), rely (on)