Meaning & Definition of word "Calling"

Calling

/ˈkɔː.lɪŋ/

1. A strong urge toward a particular way of life or career; a vocation.
- Example: She felt a calling to become a teacher and inspire young minds.
2. A loud sound or cry, especially to attract attention.
- Example: He heard the calling of the geese flying overhead.
3. The vocation or profession in which one is engaged.
- Example: His calling as a doctor fulfilled his desire to help others.

1. To summon or attract someone's attention.
- Example: She was calling her friends to join her for dinner.
2. To make a phone call to someone.
- Example: He is calling his parents to share the good news.

Middle English: from Old Norse 'kalla' meaning 'to call'.

calling card:

A card that identifies a person or a means of establishing contact.

call to action:

An instruction to the audience to provoke immediate response.

a calling in life:

A deep sense of purpose or vocation.

caller:

A person who calls or makes a request.

call:

To demand or ask for something.

callable:

Able to be called or summoned.

Meaning: A calling out to get someone's attention, often used informally.

Example Sentence: Yo, that's your calling right there!

Meaning: Implying someone has a special knack for something.

Example Sentence: He's got a real calling for this job.