Dictionary entryCEFR B1noun
referee
IPA pronunciation: /ˌrefəˈriː/
Listen to the pronunciationRussian meaning
судья (в спорте), рефери
English definition
The official who controls a game and makes sure the rules are followed.
Example
The referee blew his whistle to end the match.
Collocations
- football referee
- referee's decision
- referee whistle
- assistant referee
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