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reference in Malay

rujukan

UK/ˈɹɛf.(ə.)ɹəns/

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obsolete/ˈɹɛf.ə.ɹɛns/

reference in Malay: rujukan, acuan. In English, reference means a relationship or relation (to something).

Malay words for reference

measurement one can compare to
rujukan, acuan

English meaning of reference

  1. noun A relationship or relation (to something).
  2. noun A measurement one can compare (some other measurement) to.
  3. noun Information about a person, provided by someone (a referee) with whom they are well acquainted.
  4. noun A person who provides this information; a referee.

Full definition of reference

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Questions about reference in Malay

What is the meaning of reference in Malay?
Reference in Malay is rujukan, acuan.
Apakah maksud reference dalam bahasa Melayu?
Reference: rujukan, acuan.
What does reference mean in English?
Reference means a relationship or relation (to something).

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