What is the meaning of terms of reference?

(DoD) A mutual agreement under which a command, element, or unit exercises authority or undertakes specific missions or tasks relative to another command, element, or unit.
(DoD) The directive providing the legitimacy and authority to undertake a mission, task, or endeavor. Also called TORs.
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APAMilitary Dictionary (DoD). (2011). terms of reference. Retrieved September 25, 2026, from http://smartdefine.org/terms_of_reference/definitions/1964386
ChicagoMilitary Dictionary (DoD). 2011. "terms of reference" http://smartdefine.org/terms_of_reference/definitions/1964386 (accessed September 25, 2026).
HarvardMilitary Dictionary (DoD) 2011, terms of reference, Smart Define, viewed 25 September, 2026, <http://smartdefine.org/terms_of_reference/definitions/1964386>.
MLAMilitary Dictionary (DoD). "terms of reference" 4 April 2011. Web. 25 September 2026. <http://smartdefine.org/terms_of_reference/definitions/1964386>