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cross-reference
To cross reference means to discuss a detail that can be found in another location, often within the same book. (verb)
An example of to cross reference is to mention a quote that can be found complete in another chapter.
A cross reference is a mention of another part of a book where more information can be found. (noun)
An example of a cross reference is a citation at the bottom of a page.
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See cross-reference in Webster's New World College Dictionary
See cross-reference in American Heritage Dictionary 4
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