Ref (Noun)
Meaning
(sports) the chief official (as in boxing or American football) who is expected to ensure fair play.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The ref stopped the fight after the boxer's nose started bleeding profusely.
- The coach argued with the ref over the disputed call, claiming it was a foul.
- The ref's whistle blew loudly, signaling a penalty for holding onto the opponent's jersey.
- In a surprise move, the ref ejected the player from the game for unsportsmanlike conduct.
- The crowd booed the ref after he made a questionable call that went against their team.