call for
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I leant out of the back door and called for Lucy.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To ask for in a loud voice.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To request, demand.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “call for” mean?
To shout out in order to summon (a person).
Is “call for” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.