Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
internal-reference
Noun
/ɪnˈtɜrnəl ˈrɛfərəns/
Definition
A mechanism or citation that refers to another part of the same document or text.
Examples
- In academic writing, authors often use internal references to link different chapters of their work.
- The internal reference in the report pointed the reader to the appendix for additional data.
Meaning
Internal references help readers locate related information within a document, enhancing comprehension and coherence.
Synonyms
- cross-reference
- in-text citation
- self-reference
