Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Call on

Options:

step out

visit

telephone

announce

Correct Answer:

visit

Explanation:

The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "call on" is visit. It is an informal expression that means to visit someone, especially for a formal or social reason. The idiom is thought to have originated in the 17th century, and it is believed to be a reference to the fact that people used to call on each other's homes to make announcements or requests.

The other options for the meaning of the idiom are incorrect. Stepping out does not mean to visit someone. Telephoning someone does not mean to visit them. Announcing something does not mean to visit someone.