noun
- the act of directing someone to another person or place for help, information, or services
- a person who has been directed to someone else for help or services
Examples
- The doctor gave me a referral to see a specialist.
- She got the job through a referral from her friend.
- The counselor made a referral to the school psychologist.
- Most of our new clients come from referrals.
- The referral was seen by the cardiologist the next week.
- I need a referral from my primary care physician first.
- The agency processes hundreds of referrals each month.