overcall

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To call a bet after another player has already called
  2. To diagnose a condition that does not, in fact, exist.
noun
  1. A call which occurs after another player has already called
  2. An additional contribution required of investors beyond the initial investment, should unforeseen expenses arise.
  3. An extra amount called up beyond the minimum required.
  4. An additional creative product that a producer can require at the producer's option during the contract period.
  5. A positive diagnosis when there is, in fact, nothing wrong.

Pronunciation

ō'və-kôlʹ /ˌəʊvəˈkɔːl/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-overcall (verb).wav LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-overcall (noun).wav ō'vər-kôlʹ /ˌoʊvɚˈkɔl/ ōʹvə-kôl' /ˈəʊvəˌkɔːl/ ōʹvər-kôl' /ˈoʊvɚˌkɔl/

Word forms

overcall overcalls overcalling overcalled

Etymology

From over- + call.

Derived words

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