erroneous reference
[ɪˈroʊniəs ˈrɛfərəns]
nounpl: erroneous references
referência errônea
1. An inaccurate or incorrect citation, allusion, or mention of something, such as a source, document, person, or fact
The article contained an erroneous reference to a study that was never published.
O artigo continha uma referência errônea a um estudo que nunca foi publicado.
2. In programming or data management, a pointer or link that incorrectly directs to a non-existent or wrong resource
The broken link resulted in an erroneous reference that prevented users from accessing the document.
O link quebrado resultou em uma referência errônea que impediu os usuários de acessar o documento.
3. A mistaken allusion or appeal to something that does not actually apply to the situation
His erroneous reference to historical precedent weakened his argument.
Sua referência errônea ao precedente histórico enfraqueceu seu argumento.
In academic and professional environments in Brazil, 'referência errônea' is a critical term used in peer review, fact-checking, and quality control processes. The concept is especially important in academic publishing, legal documentation, and research contexts where citation accuracy is paramount. In Portugal, the term 'referência incorreta' may be preferred in more formal settings.
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