Calling

/ˈkɔː.lɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The vocation or profession in which one is engaged.

His calling as a doctor fulfilled his desire to help others.

A strong urge toward a particular way of life or career; a vocation.

She felt a calling to become a teacher and inspire young minds.

A loud sound or cry, especially to attract attention.

He heard the calling of the geese flying overhead.

verb

To summon or attract someone's attention.

She was calling her friends to join her for dinner.

To make a phone call to someone.

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.

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

Yo, that's your calling right there!

Implying someone has a special knack for something.

He's got a real calling for this job.