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Plural for a person to whom the authority to settle or judge a dispute is delegated
“For a change, the video referee ruled against Saints and the try was rightly allowed to stand.”
Plural for a person willing to testify in writing about the character or ability of someone
“To start with, the referee has to be asked about the customer's character and creditworthiness and, generally, about his circumstances in life.”
Plural for a person who restores peace, especially by settling disputes
To act as the referee, umpire or arbiter of
“The courts' function had been to referee the dispute between the private parties.”
To act as an official in charge of something, especially a sporting event
To intervene in a dispute in order to bring about an agreement or reconciliation
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