Meaning of the word "courtesy call" in English

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courtesy call

US /ˈkɜːr.tə.si ˌkɑːl/
UK /ˈkɜːr.tə.si ˌkɑːl/
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Noun

1.

a visit or telephone call made as a matter of politeness or goodwill, rather than for a specific purpose

Example:
The new ambassador paid a courtesy call on the president.
I just wanted to make a quick courtesy call to see how you're doing.
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