Associations to the word «Ref»

Wiktionary

REF, abbreviation. Reference
REF, abbreviation. Refectory
REF, noun. Short form of referee.
REF, verb. (informal) to referee; to act as a referee in a sport or game.

Dictionary definition

REF, noun. (sports) the chief official (as in boxing or American football) who is expected to ensure fair play.

Wise words

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