make reference to

phrasal-verb
UK: /meɪk ˈrefərəns tuː/
US: /meɪk ˈrefərəns tuː/

  1. To mention someone or something in a speech or piece of writing.

    1. The report make reference to the earlier study.
    2. The speaker didn't make reference to the controversial policy during the presentation.

  2. To consult or use something for information or help.

    1. I often make reference to online dictionaries.
    2. The students must make reference to at least three sources in their essays.

Synonyms

refer to allude to cite mention

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "make reference to" in English means: To mention someone or something in a speech or piece of writing., To consult or use something for information or help..

The phonetic transcription of "make reference to" is /meɪk ˈrefərəns tuː/ in British English and /meɪk ˈrefərəns tuː/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "make reference to": refer to, allude to, cite, mention.

Example usage of "make reference to": "The report make reference to the earlier study.". More examples on the page.