1. A formal statement or letter written by someone who knows a person well, testifying to their honesty, reliability, and moral qualities, typically used for employment or legal purposes
The job applicant provided three character references from previous employers.
O candidato a emprego forneceu três referências de caráter de empregadores anteriores.
2. A person who provides such a testimonial
My former teacher agreed to be my character reference for the scholarship application.
Meu professor anterior concordou em ser minha referência de caráter para a candidatura à bolsa.