refer to
phrasal verb
referred to;
referring to;
refers to
Definition of refer to
1
: to look at or in (something) for information
She often refers to her notes when giving a speech. Please refer to our website for more information.
2
: to have a direct connection or relationship to (something)
The word "finch" refers to a kind of bird. The numbers shown in the text refer to footnotes at the bottom of the page.
3
: to talk about or write about (someone or something) especially briefly : to mention (someone or something) in speech or in writing
No one referred to the incident.