(US) To make a telephone call in which the cost of the call is paid by the person receiving the call.

So named; commonly called. / (ironic) Commonly called by such a name, but not worthy of it.

(chiefly US) To reprimand; to censure severely or angrily.

The person or machine placing a call to another subscriber on a telephone network.

A sales call either by telephone or personal presence, made without a referral or without preparing the recipient of the call.

To call someone without preparation or referral.

Summons and control, in a position of servitude or as an attendant.

(finance) The amount over par value an issuer must pay to redeem a callable bond on a call date.

The process of evaluating the characteristics of a telephone call before a conversation. Some methods may include:

A mixed drink for which one specifies (i.e., calls) the exact brand or brands of liquor to be used.