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referee
[ ref-uh-ree ]
noun
- one to whom something is referred, especially for decision or settlement; arbitrator.
Synonyms: arbiter
- (in certain games and sports) a judge having functions fixed by the rules of the game or sport; umpire.
- an authority who evaluates scientific, technical, or scholarly papers, grant proposals, or the like for the publication or funding institution to which they have been submitted.
- Law. a person selected by a court to take testimony in a case and return it to the court with recommendations as to the decision.
verb (used with object)
- to preside over as referee; act as referee in.
verb (used without object)
- to act as referee.
referee
/ ˌrɛfəˈriː /
noun
- a person to whom reference is made, esp for an opinion, information, or a decision
- the umpire or judge in any of various sports, esp football and boxing, responsible for ensuring fair play according to the rules
- a person who is willing to testify to the character or capabilities of someone
- See Official Refereelaw See Official Referee
verb
- to act as a referee (in); preside (over)
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Example Sentences
In the absence of any over-arching rebel military leadership, there is no one to referee disputes before they get out of hand.
During the heated contest versus Big Piney, Kane tells us that even the referee told him, “You guys are nothing but filthy slobs.”
The chants grew so loud that the referee wanted to stop the game.
An inquiry headed by the Police Ombudsman, a sort of referee figure, came down against the informer allegation.
I remember my coach standing up to a referee and another coach who challenged my right to play.
The judge or referee must be present at this meeting, also the bankrupt if required by the court.
As soon as he has been appointed it is the duty of the referee to notify him in person or by mail of his appointment.
The referee who presides at the first meeting makes up or decides on its membership.
The decision of the referee was prompt, but even so, it was almost lost in the sudden stir and murmur which arose behind us.
At last the shrill whistle of the referee proclaimed the end of an immortal contest.
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