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ref·er·ee
 referee
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- pronunciation:
- re
f
ri
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a sports official who makes sure that players follow the rules of the game.
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| related words: |
judge |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
referees, refereeing, refereed |
| definition: |
to act as a referee in.
The coach's assistant offered to referee the game.- synonyms:
- arbitrate, umpire
- similar words:
- judge
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| related words: |
arbitrate |
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