(computing) a weak reference, where the memory of the object could be reclaimed

reference letter

(computing) The technique of storing the number of handles, pointers, or references to a resource such as a block of memory, disk space, or an object, so that the system can determine when the resource is no longer in use.

present participle of cross-refer

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of cross-refer

(programming) A data type that represents a reference to a value, as opposed to the value itself.

plural of reference frame

(physics) Alternative form of frame of reference

(physics) A frame of reference that is stationary relative to a body moving at constant velocity and on which no force is being exerted.

An independent reference system of positioning points in space