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referral

referral

52 4.4
To tell someone to go to another person or service for help
  • noun
  • /rɪˈfɜrəl/
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  • 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
553 2.5

A suggestion about what someone should do or choose

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

How Official

referral
30 5.3
referral
52 4.4
recommendation
553 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.