chapter and verse

Etymology
From the practice, especially among Christian Protestants, of using quotations from the Bible to support positions taken in sermons or discussions, citing the specific chapter and verse of the books of the Bible.

Noun

 * 1)  The chapter number and verse number (within a particular book) that locate a quotation from the Bible.
 * 2) Specific references from an authoritative book or document, cited to support a statement or position.
 * 3)  Very full and detailed information.
 * 1)  Very full and detailed information.
 * 1)  Very full and detailed information.