chiamata — meaning in English

English meaning

• avocation noun Something that pulls your attention away from your main task.
• bell noun A hollow metal instrument, often shaped like a cup, that rings when struck.
• call verb To contact someone by phone, or to cry out or shout to get attention.
• calling noun A strong inner urge to pursue a particular career or way of life.

Senses

chiamata is used for these senses in English:

• avocation (obsolete) A calling away; a diversion.
• bell (chiefly, British, informal) A telephone call.
• call A beckoning or summoning.
• call A telephone conversation; a phone call.
• calling A strong urge to become religious.

avocation — full definition

1. noun Something that pulls your attention away from your main task.
2. noun An activity you do for enjoyment, separate from your main job.
3. noun Something that distracts you from your usual job or duties.
4. noun The regular tasks and activities that take up someone's time.

bell — full definition

1. noun A hollow metal instrument, often shaped like a cup, that rings when struck.
2. verb To attach a bell to something.
3. verb To flare out or take on a bell-like shape.

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