Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
referência
Noun
[ref-e-REN-see-uh]
Definition
A reference is the act of mentioning or alluding to something as a source of information or evidence.
Examples
- She included a referência to the study in her report.
- The book was a referência for many scholars in the field.
Meaning
In the context of language and literature, a reference can point to a person, text, or concept that provides background or context to the current subject.
Synonyms
- citation
- source
- mention
- allusion