cross-reference
noun
-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
verbDefinition 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
Keep scrolling for more
Keep scrolling for more
More Definitions for cross-reference
cross-reference
noun
English Language Learners Definition of cross-reference
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a note in a book (such as a dictionary) that tells you where to look for more information
cross-reference
verbEnglish Language Learners Definition of cross-reference (Entry 2 of 2)
: to supply (something, such as a book) with cross-references
See the full definition for cross-reference in the English Language Learners Dictionary
cross-reference
nounKids Definition of cross-reference
: a note (as in a dictionary) that directs a user to information at another place
Comments on cross-reference
What made you want to look up cross-reference? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Test Your Vocabulary
Words from Greek and Roman Mythology Quiz
-
- Boreal comes from the name of the ancient Greek god of which wind?
Test your knowledge - and maybe learn something along the way.
TAKE THE QUIZ
Test Your Knowledge - and learn some interesting things along the way.
TAKE THE QUIZLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridgedWords at Play
Ask the Editors
Word Games
-
Words from Greek and Roman Mythology Quiz
A mythological/etymological mashup!
Take the quiz -
Great Scrabble Words—A Quiz
Words to improve your Scrabble game
Take the quiz -
True or False?
Test your knowledge - and maybe learn something along the way.
Take the quiz -
Word Winder's CrossWinder
Play the game
Share cross-reference
Resources for cross-reference