imprecise references
[ɪmprɪˈsaɪs ˈrɛfərənsɪz]
noun phrase
referências imprecisas
1. Citations, allusions, or mentions that lack clarity, exactness, or specific details; vague or unclear references to sources, ideas, or information
The research paper contained imprecise references that made it difficult to verify the author's claims.
O artigo de pesquisa continha referências imprecisas que dificultaram a verificação das afirmações do autor.
2. In academic or technical contexts, citations without proper page numbers, dates, or full publication information
The bibliography included imprecise references, missing page numbers and publication dates.
A bibliografia incluía referências imprecisas, sem números de página e datas de publicação.
3. Vague allusions or indirect mentions that do not clearly identify what is being referenced
His imprecise references to historical events confused the audience.
Suas referências imprecisas a eventos históricos confundiram o público.
In both Brazilian and American academic contexts, imprecise references are considered problematic and can affect credibility. Brazilian universities and journals place strong emphasis on proper citation methods (such as ABNT or APA standards), making this term particularly relevant in academic settings. In the USA, it may reflect negatively on research quality and peer review acceptance.
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