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Definition summon in British English

summon verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈsʌmən/
1

to officially order someone to come to a place, especially a court of law

Example

He was urgently summoned to Washington for consultations.

Example

She has been summoned to appear in court for non-payment of taxes.

Synonyms and related words
affirm allow all rise
1.1

to ask or order someone to come to you

Example

Maria summoned a waiter and ordered a drink.

Synonyms and related words
call away call on send for
1.2

to ask for something that you need in an emergency

Example

Phone this number if you need to summon help.

Example

A fire crew arrived, took one look, and summoned an ambulance.

Synonyms and related words
ask for request insist on something
2

to manage to produce a quality or a reaction that helps you to deal with a difficult situation

Example

He couldn't summon the strength to carry on fighting.

Example

She could barely summon a smile.

Synonyms and related words
shape impact affect
3

to arrange a formal meeting and tell people to come to it

Example

The official receiver summoned a meeting of creditors.

Synonyms and related words
plan arrange organize
Definition summon in British English