Refers to a written work, document, or established source used as evidence or support for a statement, argument, or research. Often used in academic or formal contexts.
When writing a paper, please always cite your sources.
The authority for this theory lies in classical texts.
authority control
authority control
Compound of 典 (code, rule, standard) and 拠 (basis, grounds). The combination conveys a written standard or authoritative source.