Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Refer.
How to pronounce refer:
US
Refer - as a verb
Make reference to
Example: "He was named in connection with the invention"
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Be relevant to
Example: "There were lots of questions referring to her talk"
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Think of, regard, or classify under a subsuming principle or with a general group or in relation to another
Example: "This plant can be referred to a known species"
Send or direct for treatment, information, or a decision
Example: "Refer a patient to a specialist"
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Seek information from
Example: "You should consult the dictionary"
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Have as a meaning
Example: "`multi-' denotes `many' "
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Use a name to designate
Example: "Christians refer to the mother of jesus as the virgin mary"
Example Sentences
"Please refer to the user manual for further instructions."
"I will refer you to our customer service department for assistance."
"He often refers to himself as a self-made man."
"The book refers to historical events that shaped the country."
"Can you refer me to a good restaurant in this area?"
Word Game Points
Is REFER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, refer is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REFER has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is REFER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, refer is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREFER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is REFER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, refer is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREFER has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
