referral

noun

re·​fer·​ral ri-ˈfər-əl 

1

: the act, action, or an instance of referring

gave the patient a referral to a specialist

2

: one that is referred

Examples of referral in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Gannett may earn revenue for audience referrals to Jackpocket services. —Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 28 Sep. 2024

Relationships and referrals—with press, vendors, thought leaders, clients and talent—are essential. —Expert Panel®, Forbes, 26 Sep. 2024

For businesses, diversifying promotional strategies beyond referrals is crucial for growth. —Francisco Ramirez, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024

In Baker's case, that would mean a referral is made to the Brown County District Attorney's Office. —Jessica Van Egeren, Journal Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing referral

• self-referral

Kids Definition

referral

noun

re·​fer·​ral ri-ˈfər-əl 

: the act or an instance of referring

Medical Definition

referral

noun

re·​fer·​ral ri-ˈfər-əl 

1

: the process of directing or redirecting (as a medical case or a patient) to an appropriate specialist or agency for definitive treatment

2

: an individual that is referred

Legal Definition

referral

noun

re·​fer·​ral ri-ˈfər-əl 

: the act or an instance of referring

appealed the referral of the bill to the Budget Committee