A referência
Example: A referência do livro ajudou muito na pesquisa acadêmica.
Definition
"A referência" in philosophy refers to the act or instance of citing or alluding to a source, concept, or authority to support an argument or idea. It helps establish credibility and context in academic or intellectual discourse.
Etymology
The term "a referência" comes from the Latin word 'referentia,' meaning 'a carrying back' or 'relating to.' It entered Portuguese through Old French, evolving to mean an act of mentioning or alluding to something. Did you know it shares roots with the English word 'reference'?
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