referential

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or denoting the representation or indication of something by means of a term, sign, symbol, or other means.

  - "The map is a referential guide to the city."
  - "The title of the painting is a referential allusion to a famous work."

• adjective

  Serving as a means of reference or comparison.

  - "The textbook is a referential work for students."
  - "The dictionary is an invaluable referential resource for language learners."

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Variants

List of all variants of referential that leads to same result
referential , referentialities , referentiality , referentially , self-reference , self-references , self-referential , self-referentiality

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Etymology

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From Latin 'referre' meaning 'to carry or bring back'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'referential' is often used in the context of linguistic semantics and literary analysis.

2. The word 'referential' comes from the Latin verb 'referre', which means 'to carry or bring back'.

3. In computer science, a referential transparency is a property of a function where the result is entirely determined by its input, with no hidden side effects or external dependencies.

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Related Concepts

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1. Denotative meaning: The literal or primary meaning of a word, term, or symbol.

2. Connotative meaning: The secondary or implied meaning of a word, term, or symbol, often shaped by cultural or social context.

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Culture

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The term 'referential' has been used extensively in literary and artistic contexts, particularly in the analysis of symbolism and allegory. In literature, a referential work may provide background information or context that deepens the reader's understanding of the text.

How to Memorize "referential"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a dictionary or encyclopedia to remember the meaning of 'referential' as a term that serves as a means of reference or comparison.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'referential' with the idea of a guide or map to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Referential is like a reference guide' to help remember the definition.

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