Meaning of the word "refer to" in English

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refer to

US /rɪˈfɜːr tə/

UK /rɪˈfɜːr tə/

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.

Synonym:

allude to mention cite point to touch on

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.

Synonym:

direct to send to pass to hand over to turn over to

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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reference refer reference book