This is the 15484th most frequent German word.
verweisen
"Verweisen" means "to refer" or "to direct attention to something."
In this sentence, "verweisen" is used as "to refer" to direct attention to a source or reference.
Die Lehrerin verwies die Schüler auf das Handbuch.
The teacher referred the students to the handbook.
Here, "verweisen" is used to mean "to expel" or "to send away," indicating a form of dismissal due to misconduct.
Der Spieler wurde für sein Verhalten vom Platz verwiesen.
The player was expelled from the field for his behavior.
In this instance, "verweisen" implies showing or pointing out information, akin to indicating or referencing trends or data.