noun
Uncommon
referencing
Referencing (noun) means the act of citing or pointing to a source. Example: “Good academic writing depends on careful referencing.”
noun
1
The act of citing or pointing to a source.
"Good academic writing depends on careful referencing."
How to use referencing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe practice of citing sources properly in writing.
Common pairings
academic referencing
proper referencing
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Word forms
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Good academic writing depends on careful _____.
Rhymes for referencing
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What does “referencing” mean?
The word “referencing” means the act of citing or pointing to a source. In plain terms, the practice of citing sources properly in writing.
How do you use “referencing” in a sentence?
Here is “referencing” used in a sentence: “Good academic writing depends on careful referencing.”
What part of speech is “referencing”?
“Referencing” is a noun.
Is “referencing” a common word?
“Referencing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
