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Vocabulary Entry
referee
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A person who oversees the conduct of a game, sport, or competition, ensuring the rules are followed.
Example Sentences
"The referee blew the whistle to signal the start of the match."
"Our team was frustrated with the referee's questionable calls."
"She wants to become a referee for high school basketball games."
V
verb
To act as a referee in a game or match.
Example Sentences
"They needed someone to referee the soccer game this weekend."
"He was chosen to referee the championship match due to his experience."
"It's important to know the rules if you want to referee effectively."