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CALLING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Calling.

How to pronounce calling:

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Calling - as a noun

The particular occupation for which you are trained

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
careervocation
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
businessjoblineline of workoccupation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Calling - as a verb

(heading) to use one's voice.

(heading) to visit.

(heading) to name, identify or describe.

(heading) direct or indirect use of the voice.

(sometimes with for) to require, demand.

Example: "He felt called to help the old man."

To announce the early extinction of a debt by prepayment, usually at a premium.

To demand repayment of a loan.

To jump to (another part of a program) to perform some operation, returning to the original point on completion.

Example: "A recursive function is one that calls itself."

Example Sentences

"I found my true calling in life when I became a teacher."
"Her calling in the medical field led her to become a nurse."
"He felt a strong calling to serve his country and joined the military."
"The church is his calling; he has always felt a deep connection to spirituality."
"She followed her calling and pursued a career in music."
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Word Game Points

Is CALLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, calling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CALLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is CALLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, calling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CALLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is CALLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, calling is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CALLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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