Definition of refer
referred;
referring
transitive verb
1 a (1)
:to think of, regard, or classify within a general category or group
(2)
:to explain in terms of a general cause
b
:to allot to a particular place, stage, or period
c
:to regard as coming from or located in a specific area
2 a
:to send or direct for treatment, aid, information, or decision
- refer a patient to a specialist
- refer a bill back to a committee
b
:to direct for testimony or guaranty as to character or ability
intransitive verb
1 a
:to have relation or connection :relate
b
:to direct attention usually by clear and specific mention
- no one referred to yesterday's quarrel
2
:to have recourse :glance briefly
- referred frequently to his notes while speaking
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