cross-references

plural of cross-reference
as in references
a notation in a book (such as a dictionary) that tells you where to look for more information The almanac includes cross-references to a map and timeline for each country.

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references
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  • Beyond silhouette, there was a clear return to authenticity through natural fibers, earthy palettes and references to the outdoors.
    Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 29 June 2026
  • Even more than usual, critics and Dylanologists scrutinized Modern Times for references and allusions, finding words and melodies paraphrased from the works of Muddy Waters, Bing Crosby, and the Roman poet Ovid.
    Al Shipley, SPIN, 29 June 2026
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“Cross-references.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cross-references. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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