Call

/kɔːɫ/

The meaning and definition of Call, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. (sometimes with for) To require, demand.
    β€œHe felt called to help the old man.”
  2. To jump to (another part of a program) to perform some operation, returning to the original point on completion.
    β€œA recursive function is one that calls itself.”
noun
  1. A short visit, usually for social purposes.
    β€œI paid a call to a dear friend of mine.”
  2. A visit by a ship or boat to a port.
    β€œThe ship made a call at Southampton.”

Definitions from the Free Dictionary API

Synonyms drop a line ring holler yell designate dub

Origin

From Middle English callen.

Source: Etymological Wordnet (CC BY-SA 3.0)

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