call in

verb

Definition of CALL IN

transitive verb

: to order to return or to be returned: as

a : to withdraw from an advanced position <call in the outposts>

b : to withdraw from circulation <call in bank notes and issue new ones>

: to summon to one's aid or for consultation <call in a mediator>

: to deliver (a message) by telephone <call in an order for pizza>

intransitive verb

: to communicate with a person by telephone

— call in sick

: to report by telephone that one will be absent because of illness

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