ring up

communication commerce

The phrase 'ring up' has versatile uses in both communication and commerce, commonly referring to making a phone call or recording a sale.

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Definition

B1Communication

(idiomatic, informal)To make a telephone call to someone.

Example

She rang up her friend to share the good news.
Can you ring me up later to discuss the plans?

B1Commerce

(general)To record the amount of a sale on a cash register or point-of-sale system.

Example

The cashier rang up the items quickly.
Please ring up my purchase and provide a receipt.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "ring up":

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