referee — an official who watches a game or match closely to ensure that the rules are adhered to and to arbitrate on matters arising from the play
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an official who watches a game or match closely to ensure that the rules are adhered to and to arbitrate on matters arising from the play
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌrefəˈriː/
Korean meaning: 경기나 시합에서 규칙을 감시하고 판정하는 심판
Korean pronunciation: 레-퍼-리 (강세: 리)
Example Sentences
- The referee was so strict that even the players' mothers got yellow cards for cheering too loudly.
- I need three referees for my university application.
- The referee accidentally ran into the goal post while chasing the ball.
referee
NOUN//ˌrefəˈriː//
an official who watches a game or match closely to ensure that the rules are adhered to and to arbitrate on matters arising from the play
Official enforcing game rules
Ref on ferry - rocking and refereeing!
The referee's key sets the game free!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'référé' (past participle of 'référer', meaning 'to refer'), derived from Latin 'referre' meaning 'to refer back' or 'to carry back'. The word entered English in the late 16th century, originally used in legal contexts before being applied to sports officials.
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📝Examples
“The referee was so strict that even the players' mothers got yellow cards for cheering too loudly.”
“I need three referees for my university application.”
“The referee accidentally ran into the goal post while chasing the ball.”
“She has been refereeing basketball games since college.”
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