noun
- an official who enforces the rules during a sports game
- a person who provides a reference or recommendation for someone
verb
- to act as a referee in a sports game
- to settle a dispute or conflict between parties
Examples
- The referee called a foul on the basketball player.
- She asked her former boss to be a referee for her job application.
- He will referee the soccer match this weekend.
- The teacher had to referee the argument between the two students.
- The referee blew the whistle to start the game.
- Please list three referees on your resume.
- Who is going to referee the championship game?