A referência
Example: A referência do livro ajudou no meu trabalho de pesquisa.
Definition
"A referência" in education refers to a source of information, such as a book, article, or document, cited to support research or academic work. It provides credibility and allows readers to locate the original material used in a study or project.
Etymology
The term "a referência" comes from the Latin word 'referentia,' meaning 'a carrying back' or 'a relation.' It entered Portuguese through Old French and evolved to mean a point of consultation or citation, especially in academic and educational contexts.
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