Phrasal Verb - Call By
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.Definition
In computer science, a 'call by' is a method of passing arguments to a subprogram or function. 'Call by' refers to the way in which the called function receives the arguments passed to it. There are several types of 'call by' mechanisms, including: Call by Value, Call by Reference, Call by Result, Call by Object, and Call by Messaging. Each of these mechanisms has its own strengths and weaknesses, and the choice of which to use depends on the specific requirements of the program.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The teacher will call by the students at 8 am for a group project. |
| 2 | She was called by her boss to discuss the new marketing strategy. |
| 3 | He will be called by the studio for a callback interview for the acting role. |
| 4 | They called by the police station to report a noise complaint. |
| 5 | The company will call by the investors to pitch their new product. |
| 6 | The doctor called by the nurse to prescribe medication for the patient. |
| 7 | The pilot will call by air traffic control to confirm their flight plan. |
| 8 | The manager called by the HR department to discuss an employee grievance. |
| 9 | The artist calls by other artists for a collaborative project. |
| 10 | The professor called by the dean to discuss a student's academic progress. |