referent
Referent (noun) means the real thing that a word or phrase stands for.
noun
1
The real thing that a word or phrase stands for.
2
The thing that is being pointed to or mentioned.
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Etymology
Formed from refer and -ent.
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What is the meaning of referent?
"referent" (noun) means the real thing that a word or phrase stands for.
What are the different meanings of referent?
"referent" has 2 main meanings: 1. The real thing that a word or phrase stands for; 2. The thing that is being pointed to or mentioned.
