collect call
English
editNoun
editcollect call (plural collect calls)
- (Canada, US) A phone call paid for by the receiver (callee), as opposed to the caller.
- Hello, operator — I'd like to make a collect call.
Usage notes
editThe usage is arguably dated in the respect that, although the option still technically exists, its use is now unusual, whereas it once was common (circa 1920s to 1990s).
Related terms
edit- call collect (verb)
Translations
edita phone call paid for by the receiver
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