Referee in BrE and AmE
Dear Users,
According to one of my dictionaries, one of the meanings of the the word referee in BrE is: a person willing to testify in writing about the character or ability of someone, especially an applicant for a job.
Is there a different word that Americans use? Can I safely use referee both in AmE and BrE? For instance, can I say:
May I add you to my list of referees?
Thank you
Top answer
That is not correct or understood in the US. A referee is an official who watches a game or sport to be sure the players are following the rules. " May I add you to my list of references?
- That is not correct or understood in the US.
- A referee is an official who watches a game or sport to be sure the players are following the rules.
- " May I add you to my list of references?
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That is not correct or understood in the US. A referee is an official who watches a game or sport to be sure the players are following the rules.
We call the people who recommend us "references."
May I add you to my list of references?
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