noun
- Plural of outcall; visits or service calls made by a professional (such as a doctor, technician, or service provider) to a client's location rather than at an office or facility.
Usage: Common in medical, technical support, and service industries.
Examples
- The plumber schedules outcalls for customers who cannot visit the shop.
- Many doctors no longer make outcalls to patients' homes.
- The IT support team handles outcalls for businesses with on-site technical issues.
- Outcalls are more convenient for elderly patients who have mobility problems.
- The service company charges extra fees for outcalls outside the city.
- During the pandemic, healthcare providers increased outcalls to reduce exposure.
- Outcalls require advance scheduling and confirmation from the client.