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Meaning of the word recall in English

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recall

US /ˈriː.kɑːl/
UK /ˈriː.kɑːl/
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Verb

1.

to remember a particular fact, event, or situation from the past

Example:
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I can't recall his name right now.
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She could clearly recall the day they first met.
Synonym:
rememberrecollectreminiscebring to mindcall to mind
2.

to officially order the return of someone or something

Example:
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The company decided to recall all defective products.
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The ambassador was recalled from his post.
Synonym:
withdrawrevokecancelrescindannul

Noun

1.

the act of remembering something

Example:
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He has a good recall for faces.
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The old man's recall of past events was impressive.
Synonym:
remembrancerecollectionmemory
2.

an official order for someone or something to return

Example:
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The company issued a product recall due to safety concerns.
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The general ordered the immediate recall of troops.
Synonym:
withdrawalretractionrevocationcancellation
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