Incorrect spelling, explanation: this is a misspelling as we do not double the last consonant when adding the suffix -ee. Therefore referree is incorrect and the correct form is referee (the word originates from the verb refer).
Correct spelling, explanation: the origins of this word is refer with the suffix -ee (which is added to talk about a person). There is no need to double the consonant r since the suffix begins with a vowel. This is why referee is the correct form. Referree is a misspelling.
Definition of referee:
noun, a person who has a privilege to make a decision and judge; usually used in sports, especially football
I think the referee in this match wasn’t really fair.
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