refer to

US /rɪˈfɜːr tə/
UK /rɪˈfɜːr tə/
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1.

mention or allude to

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He often refers to his childhood memories.
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The speaker did not refer to the recent controversy.
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allude tomentioncitepoint totouch on
2.

pass to for decision or consideration

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Please refer to the manager for approval.
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The case was referred to a higher court.
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direct tosend topass tohand over toturn over to
3.

consult (a source of information)

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You can refer to the dictionary for the meaning of the word.
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Always refer to the manual before operating the machine.
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consultlook upcheckcross-reference
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referencereferin reference toreference book