Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

referred

verb
/rɪˈfɜrd/
Definition
To direct someone’s attention to something or to send someone to a source for help or information.
Examples
  • She referred her friend to a good doctor.
  • The report referred to several studies on the subject.
  • He was referred to as an expert in his field.
Meaning
The past tense of ‘refer’, which means to allude to or mention something.
Synonyms
  • mentioned
  • noted
  • directed
  • pointed