butt dialing

The term "butt dialing" is commonly used in North America to describe an accidental phone call made from a mobile device, usually due to unintentional button presses.

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Definition

B2Mobile Phone Usage

(colloquial, informal)Accidentally making a phone call by pressing buttons on a mobile device, typically while it is in a pocket or bag.

Example

  • I received a butt dial from John yesterday; he didn't even realize he called me.
  • Be careful with your phone in your back pocket to avoid butt dialing.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "butt dialing":

butt dialpocket dialpocket calldial outcall button