calling
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B2
/ˈkɔːlɪŋ/
(call)
to contact or name
Etymology
Etymology Information
'calling' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'ceallian,' where 'ceallian' meant 'to call or shout.'
Historical Evolution
'ceallian' transformed into the Middle English word 'callen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'call.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to shout or summon,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a strong urge or vocation.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a strong urge towards a particular way of life or career; a vocation.
She felt a calling to become a nurse.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'call'.
He is calling his friend.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45