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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

referee

/ˈrɛfəri/ noun · British & US
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What does referee mean?

noun

A person who enforces the rules and decisions in a game or sport, especially one who is officially appointed to do so. A person who settles disputes or makes decisions in a particular area.

Example

"The referee blew the whistle to stop the game."

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