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referral

referral

82 4.4
To tell someone to go to another person or service for help
  • noun
  • /rɪˈfɜrəl/
: remisión
  • Many practices use electronic forms for referral to the diabetic foot clinic or community services, for example.
  • make a referral
  • referral process
  • referral service

And then we'll talk about potential referral business, right?

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Examples

  • She received a referral to a renowned therapist who could help with her anxiety.

  • However, if none of these interventions is adequate, then referral to the hospital should be arranged.

    Academic text (2012)
  • And then we'll talk about potential referral business, right?

  • And so clearly it provides a clear line of reporting and referral system for us.

  • And I would consider getting a referral from a more prestigious college.

  • I spoke to Chris Simpson about a referral.

  • So referrals are the best way to get help.

  • So it's worth seeing if you can get a referral to one of those people who actually specialize in the area.

  • Every appointment request, therefore, resulted in a referral to the Center's telephone number and physical location.

    Academic text (2013)
  • Impairment in school is a common reason for referral for assessment or additional services, including special education.

    Academic text (2012)

Synonyms

recommendation
vsreferral
480 2.5

A suggestion about what someone should do or choose

directs or connects someone to another person, service, or opportunity

How Official

referral
2 5.3
referral
82 4.4
recommendation
480 2.5

Surface Forms

referral singular
referrals plural

Morphology

referral = refer (transparent) = refer + al

The suffix '-al' indicates the act or process related to the verb 'refer'.

Etymology

The word referral comes from the verb refer, made of re- 'back' and ferre 'to carry', the same root as transfer. So a referral is basically sending someone on to another person or service, which is why it means directing or recommending someone to another professional.