Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to call in sick
phrase
/tə kɔːl ɪn sɪk/
Definition
To notify one’s employer that you are unable to work due to illness.
Examples
- After catching a cold, I had to call in sick to work.
- She decided to call in sick because she didn’t feel well enough to complete her shift.
- It’s important to be honest when you call in sick.
Meaning
The phrase is commonly used when an employee informs their workplace that they are feeling unwell and cannot attend their job for the day.
Synonyms
- report sick
- notify absence
- take a sick day
