dial out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To make a call using an outbound line.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
To dial out, press 9 and then the phone number.
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 start an online meeting or conference call by calling or otherwise alerting the participants.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To ignore (someone).
Register: slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “dial out” mean?
To make a call using an outbound line.
Is “dial out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.