Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
call-collect
noun
kɔːl kəˈlɛkt
Definition
A type of phone call where the receiver agrees to pay for the cost of the call instead of the caller.
Examples
- When I was traveling, I made a call-collect to my family to let them know I arrived safely.
- You can call me collect from the payphone if needed.
Meaning
In a call-collect arrangement, the person receiving the call takes on the responsibility for the call charges, which is often used in situations where the caller cannot or does not want to pay.
Synonyms
- charges reversed
- recipient pays
