Ref
Ref noun - (sports) the chief official (as in boxing or American football) who is expected to ensure fair play.
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Synonyms for Ref
Referential and ref are semantically related in address topic. In some cases you can use "Referential" instead a noun "Ref".
Referential
Referential adjective - Referring or pointing to something.
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Synonyms for Referential
Ref and referential are semantically related in address topic. You can use "Ref" instead a noun "Referential".
Nearby Word: reference
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