complete reference
[/kəmˈplit ˈrɛfərəns/]
noun phrasepl: complete references
referência completa
1. A comprehensive citation or source that includes all necessary information to locate and identify a work, document, or source material
The academic paper included a complete reference to every source cited in the text.
O trabalho acadêmico incluiu uma referência completa para cada fonte citada no texto.
2. In programming and databases, a fully qualified identifier that completely specifies an object, variable, or resource
The code requires a complete reference to the database object before executing the query.
O código requer uma referência completa ao objeto do banco de dados antes de executar a consulta.
3. A thorough recommendation or endorsement that provides full details about a person's qualifications and character
She requested a complete reference from her previous employer for her job application.
Ela solicitou uma referência completa do seu empregador anterior para sua candidatura.
In both American and Brazilian academic contexts, providing a complete reference is essential for academic integrity and intellectual honesty. Brazilian universities follow specific citation norms (ABNT - Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas), while American institutions typically use APA, MLA, or Chicago styles. In professional contexts, complete references from previous employers are crucial for job applications in both cultures.
Related Idioms & Phrases
provide a complete reference
give someone a complete reference
ask for a complete reference
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