Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
courtesy call
noun
ˈkɜːrtəsi kɔːl
Definition
A courtesy call is a polite visit or phone call made to acknowledge or check in on someone, often to maintain a good relationship or show respect.
Examples
- After getting a promotion, she decided to make a courtesy call to the clients she would be working with.
- The company representative made a courtesy call to ensure the customer’s satisfaction with the service.
- It’s customary to make a courtesy call after someone has been hospitalized.
Meaning
It is a simple gesture of good manners or professional etiquette that shows consideration for someone’s time or status.
Synonyms
- check-in
- visit
- follow-up
- polite call
