call delay
"Call delay" refers to the waiting time or lag experienced in various contexts such as telecommunications, customer service, and aviation.
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Definition
C1Telecommunications
(technical)The waiting time between initiating a call and it being connected due to unavailability of channels or facilities.
Example
- The call delay was caused by the high volume of simultaneous calls.
B2Customer Service
(common)The time a customer waits on hold before speaking to a representative.
Example
- Customers often complain about long call delays during peak hours.
C1Aviation
(technical)The time between an aircraft being ready for departure and receiving clearance for takeoff.
Example
- The flight experienced a call delay due to air traffic control.
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