refer
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/rɪˈfɜːr/
re · fer
rɪ · ˈfɜːr
English Definition
v. mention, relate to
Significado en Español
referir, mencionar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
đề cập, tham khảo
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
re(again)+fer(bring).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the word “refer” as used in the sentence: “In his speech, the politician would frequently refer to the importance of education.”
A
mention
B
ignore
C
complicate
D
predict
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A — mention.
“refer” means v. mention, relate to
Common questions about “refer”
What does “refer” mean?
refer — v. mention, relate to. In Chinese: 提及，参考.
How do you pronounce “refer”?
refer is pronounced /rɪˈfɜːr/. It breaks into 2 syllables: re · fer.
Is “refer” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. refer appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “refer”?
re(again)+fer(bring).
