reference
nounUK /ˈrɛf.ər.əns/
US /ˈrɛf.ɚ.əns/
A reference is something you look at to help you find information.
The teacher told us to use a dictionary as a reference for spelling.
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2. A mention of something or someone.
He made a reference to his favorite book during the speech.
3. A person who agrees to give information about your character or skills, often for a job.
My old boss said she would be a reference for me.
4. A note in a book that tells you where information came from.
The article had a reference at the bottom of the page.