Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

call-to-the-colors

noun

/ˈkɔːl tə ðə ˈkoʊlərz/

Definition

A summons for military service or to gather troops for duty.

Examples

The government issued a call-to-the-colors during the war, urging all able-bodied men to enlist.
His response to the call-to-the-colors was swift; he immediately joined the ranks.
Many young men felt a sense of duty when they received the call-to-the-colors.

Meaning

The phrase ‘call-to-the-colors’ refers primarily to the announcement or order that encourages soldiers or potential recruits to report for military duty, particularly during a time of war or national emergency.