call-up

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ˈcall-up [call-up call-ups] BrE NAmE (BrE) noun
1. uncountable, countable, usually singular an order to join the armed forces
Syn: ↑conscription, Syn: ↑draft
•Because of his occupation, he was not liable for call-up.
•to receive your call-up papers
•young men of call-up age
2. countable the opportunity to play in a sports team, especially for your country
•His recent form has earned him a call-up to the England squad.