La référence
Example: La référence dans ce livre est très utile pour mes recherches.
Definition
"La référence" in research refers to the citation or source of information used to support or verify facts, ideas, or data. It is an essential element in academic and scientific work, helping to validate claims and guide readers to original materials.
Etymology
The term "la référence" comes from the French verb "référer," meaning to refer or direct attention to something. It entered scholarly language to denote directing readers to authoritative sources. Did you know? The root traces back to Latin "referre," meaning to bring back or report.
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"La référence" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Research - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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