intermediary vs ref

intermediary

noun
  • One or several stages of an event which occurs after the start and before the end. 

  • An agent acting as a mediator between sides to facilitate agreement or cooperation. 

  • A person or organisation in an intermediate position (in a transaction, agreement, supply chain etc.) 

adj
  • Intermediate. 

ref

noun
  • refrigerator. 

verb
  • To referee; to act as a referee in a sport or game. 

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