1. to mention or speak about someone or something
2. to direct someone to a source of information or help
3. to look at something for information

Examples

• She didn’t refer to the incident during her speech.
• The doctor will refer you to a specialist.
• Please refer to page 10 for more details.
• I need to refer to my notes before answering.
• This rule refers to all students in the school.
• He referred his friend to a good dentist.
• The contract refers to payment terms in section 3.