cross-ref·er·ence
| \ ˈkrȯs-ˈre-fərn(t)s
, -ˈre-f(ə-)rən(t)s \
, -ˈre-f(ə-)rən(t)s \
Definition of cross-reference
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a notation or direction at one place (as in a book or filing system) to pertinent information at another place
cross-reference
verb
cross-referenced; cross-referencing; cross-references
Definition of cross-reference (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to supply with cross-references
cross-reference a book
2
: to research, verify, or organize by means of cross-references
cross-reference information
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“Cross-reference.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cross-reference. Accessed 18 May. 2022.
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