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reference ( Noun)
UK/US /ˈrefrəns/
Plural
references
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B2
what you read or hear about someone or anything else
-> There are references to many poets in his article.
-> It is seemed that his poetry has a lot of references to nature.
Synonym
connection
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B2
the activity of seeking for knowledge to anything
-> He added a reference section at the end of the book.
-> We are asked to add a reference section at the end of the article.
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B2
a figure, term, or character that indicates the location of anything on a chart or the location of data
-> Everyone who attended the event was given a reference number.
-> Patients were given cards showing their reference numbers.
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B2
the behavior of seeking assistance or guidance from another person
-> Officer gave us permission with reference to the manager.
-> Teacher cancelled the lesson with reference to principal.
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a statement sent by someone who understands you that contains data on your personality and ability, particularly for a gainful jobs
-> We can leave the room after taking a reference from the manager.
-> After treatment is over, we will ask for a reference from the doctor.
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B2
an individual who accepts to submit a recommendation for you, such as when you are seeking for a work.
-> My teacher acted as a reference for me.
-> Because the manager is my friend, he can acted as a reference for me.
Synonym
referee
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B2
a remark in a text indicating the source of a certain bit of data
-> We should make up a reference list below.
-> You can find the poet, if you check references at the end of the book.
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'reference' Contained Stories
In the 20th and 21st century, west has popularized and created the path for celebrities in big places such as hollywood and broadway. Willingly or not, celebrities live wildly interesting lives compared to an ordinary person. Even though we only see the surface of the iceberg, celebrities have references that helped them climb up the ladders of success. Regular press presence are their ordinary lives. Some athletes and movie stars are perfect in looks and dressings since most of the attention are on them. After all, they make an effort to perform music videos, acting and sports events. Why do we like them? Because they personify their careers. They have to personalize their jobs, that is how they earn money and popularize their fame. Another way of making money are photographs which also help them be known. The places they grew up earn popularity after they achieve celebrity status. They shine amongs crowds.