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calling card

/ˈkɔːlɪŋ kɑːrd/

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/ˈkɔːlɪŋ kɑːrd/B2formal
  • ruНебольшая карточка с именем человека и часто адресом, вручаемая при визите или в качестве представления; также используется в переносном смысле для обозначения отличительной черты или коронного приёма, который идентифицирует кого-либо или что-либо.

A small card bearing a person's name and often address, presented when visiting or as a form of introduction; also used figuratively to refer to a distinctive characteristic or signature move that identifies someone or something.

  1. Identifying featureB2informal

    A distinctive characteristic or behavior that is typical of a person, group, or thing.

    ruОтличительная черта

    • His quick wit is his calling card in social situations.
    • The band's unique sound became their calling card.
    • That style of humor is her calling card.
  2. Physical cardB1formal

    A small card with a person's name and contact details, traditionally left when visiting.

    ruВизитная карточка

    • He left his calling card with the receptionist.
    • In the 19th century, people exchanged calling cards during visits.
    • She handed him her calling card after the meeting.