Definition

Able to be mentioned or pointed to as a source of information or reference.

Example

The data in the report is referable to the original study conducted last year.

Conversation

I found this article about studying techniques that is really interesting.

Oh, cool! Is it referable for our project?

Definitely! It has a lot of tips we can use.

Awesome, let's make sure to include it in our presentation.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Referable → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "ferre" (meaning to carry or bring). The word "referable" means something that can be brought back or referred to again.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be 'brought back' ('ferre') for consideration 'again' ('re-') — that's why referable means it can be referred to.

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