verb
-calls; -called; -calling
not used in progressive tenses somewhat formal :to remember (something) from the past [+ obj]
[+ obj] to ask or order (someone) to return
to ask people to return (a product with a defect or problem)
not used in progressive tenses [+ obj] :to cause (something) to be thought of :to bring (an image, idea, etc.) into your mind
noun
plural -calls
[singular] :an official order for someone or something to return
[count] :a request by a company for people to return a product that has a defect or problem
[noncount] :the ability to remember what has been learned or experienced in the past
[singular] US :a way in which a public official may be removed from office by a special vote of the people
beyond recall
impossible to bring back :not able to be brought back or remembered