Значение идиомы on call
[on call] {adj. phr.} 1. Having to be paid on demand.
Jim didn’thave the money ready even though he knew the bill was on call.
2.Ready and available.
This is Dr. Kent’s day to be on call at thehospital.
The nurse is on call for emergency cases.
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