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The correct spelling is referee.
How to pronounce referee
/ˌɹɛf.əˈɹiː/
nounIPA: /ˌɹɛf.əˈɹiː/
Say it like: Ref-eree
The correct spelling is referee. An umpire or judge; an official who makes sure the rules are followed during a game. For example: "The referee kicked Jim out of the game for fighting."
Usage Examples
“The referee kicked Jim out of the game for fighting.”
“Your application, along with letters from three referees, should be received by January 31.”
“He has to referee three hockey games this weekend.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.An umpire or judge; an official who makes sure the rules are followed during a game.
- 2.A person who settles a dispute.
- 3.A person who writes a letter of reference or provides a reference by phone call for someone.
- 4.An expert who judges the manuscript of an article or book to decide if it should be published.
verb
- 1.To act as a referee.
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