Referee

Pronunciation: /ˌrɛfərˈiː/

Referee (noun)

  1. a person who makes sure rules are followed in a sports game
  2. a person who gives information about your work skills to a new employer
  3. a person who helps settle a disagreement between two parties

Examples

  • The referee blew the whistle to start the match.
  • Players must respect the referee's decisions during the game.

Common collocations: blow the whistle, make a call, respect the referee, provide a referee, ask for a referee

Synonyms of Referee

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Referee

  • In sports, a referee oversees while a participant plays.