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référence

reference, source

noun reh-feh-RAHNS Rare

Also means

referral

Usage Note

Référence is used both for bibliographic citations (faire référence à = to refer to) and for professional references on a CV. The plural des références often signals credibility or standing: il a de bonnes références.

Examples

"Cette étude est une référence incontournable."

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