calling card

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Word: Calling Card

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition:

A "calling card" has a few different meanings, but it generally refers to a card that represents you in some way. Here are the main meanings:

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "calling card" to talk about someone's distinguishing features or behaviors, especially in discussions about character or identity.
• In social contexts, it can refer to the physical card left after a visit.
• When discussing communication, it can refer to the prepaid card used for making calls.

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "calling card" can be used in discussions about branding or identity in business or art. For example, an artist’s unique style might be described as their calling card.

Variants:

• Calling: The act of visiting someone or the act of making a phone call can also be referred to as "calling."
• Business Cards: Similar but used in a professional context to share contact information.

Different Meanings:

• In some contexts, "calling card" can also refer to something that makes a strong impression, not just a physical card.

Synonyms:

• Distinguishing feature
• Signature
• Trademark
• Business card (when referring to professional usage)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• There aren't specific idioms or phrasal verbs that include "calling card," but you might hear phrases like "leave a lasting impression" that convey a similar meaning about making a distinctive mark.

Summary:

A "calling card" can mean a distinguishing characteristic or behavior, a small personal greeting card left after a visit, or a card used to make phone calls.

Academic

Noun

1. a distinguishing characteristic or behavior
   • bombs are a terrorist's calling cards
2. a printed or written greeting that is left to indicate that you have visited
3. a card that is used instead of cash to make telephone calls

Synonyms

• visiting card
• card
• phone card