call over
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To ask (someone) to come to one's location, especially when raising one's voice towards someone within earshot.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I sit a few desks away from him, and he called me over to ask my opinion about something.
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).
Common questions
What does “call over” mean?
To ask (someone) to come to one's location, especially when raising one's voice towards someone within earshot.
Is “call over” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.