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Meaning of call

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

call

Pronunciation:/kɔːɫ//kɔl//kɑɫ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A telephone conversation.

    Example: I received several calls today.

  2. A short visit, usually for social purposes.

    Example: I paid a call to a dear friend of mine.

  3. A visit by a ship or boat to a port.

    Example: The ship made a call at Southampton.

  4. A cry or shout.

    Example: He heard a call from the other side of the room.

verb

Definitions

  1. (heading) To use one's voice.

  2. (heading) To visit.

  3. (heading) To name, identify or describe.

  4. (heading) Direct or indirect use of the voice.