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Meaning of house of call | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

A place, usually a public house, where journeymen connected with a particular trade assembled when out of work, ready for the call of employers.

UK, historical

CEFR level

C1
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This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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house of cards House of Commons house of correction House of Delegates house of detention house of ease

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