This is the 853rd most frequent Urdu word.
حوالہ
Reference or citation.
Here, 'حوالہ' denotes a citation or reference to sources used.
اس مضمون میں کئی کتابوں کے حوالہ جات شامل ہیں۔
This essay includes references from several books.
In this context, 'حوالہ' signifies giving a reference or mention of something.
سرکاری افسر نے حوالہ دیا کہ یہ قانون کب نافذ ہوا۔
The government officer referred to when this law was enacted.
Here, 'حوالہ' is a root word used in 'حوالات', meaning police custody or detention.