Reference

/ɹˈɛfɹəns/

/ˈɹɛfɝəns/, /ˈɹɛfɹəns/

"reference"の定義と意味

Reference

名詞

a mention or citation of something, often to provide context or support for an idea

Example

The article included several references to previous studies on the topic.

His speech made multiple references to historical events.

参考文献, 引用

a short note in a book giving information about the source of its subject

Example

At the end of the chapter, the author included a reference to the original research study.

章の最後に、著者は元の研究論文への参考文献を含めました。

The book ’s reference section helps readers find the sources used to write the text.

その本の参考文献セクションは、読者がテキストを書くために使用された情報源を見つけるのを助けます。

参考文献, 参照

a work containing useful information on a particular subject, often consulted for guidance or clarification

What is a "reference"?

A reference is a source of information used to support, verify, or explain something in research, writing, or study. It can be a book, article, website, or any other resource that provides factual details or evidence on a particular topic. References are often cited in academic work to give credit to the original source of the information and to allow others to find the same sources for further study.

Example

Please check the reference for additional information.

The reference contains the answers to your questions.

基準（きじゅん）, 参照（さんしょう）

a point of comparison or a standard used to evaluate or measure something

Example

The GDP growth rate serves as a reference for economic performance.

GDP成長率は経済パフォーマンスの基準として機能します。

The star 's brightness was used as a reference in the study of celestial bodies.

その星の明るさは、天体の研究において参照として使用されました。

推薦状 (すいせんじょう), リファレンス

a letter written by a former employer about a former employee who has applied for a new job, giving information about them

Example

She requested a reference from her previous manager to support her job application.

彼女は、以前の上司から自身の求人応募をサポートするために推薦状を依頼しました。

His reference highlighted his strong work ethic and excellent communication skills.

彼の推薦状は、彼の強い仕事倫理と優れたコミュニケーションスキルを強調していました。

参照, リファレンス

the most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression; the class of objects that an expression refers to

参照, 照会

the act of referring or consulting

参照（さんしょう）, 引用（いんよう）

the act of referring to or indicating something or someone in language, where words or expressions are used to point to or denote specific entities, objects, or concepts

What is "reference"?

Reference is the act of referring to or indicating something or someone in language, where words or expressions are used to point to or denote specific entities, objects, or concepts. For example, in the sentence, "The cat is on the mat," the word "cat" refers to a specific animal, while "mat" refers to a specific object. Reference can be direct, where the term clearly identifies the entity, or indirect, where it implies or suggests the entity without naming it directly. Understanding reference is essential for interpreting meaning in communication, as it helps clarify what is being discussed and ensures effective understanding between speakers and listeners.

参照, 参考文献

a publication (or a passage from a publication) that is referred to

参照, リファレンス

(computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored

to reference

動詞

参照する, 言及する

refer to

word family

refer

Verb

reference