makeup call

English

Etymology

makeup + call

Noun

makeup call (plural makeup calls)

  1. (acting, modeling) A verbal or written request, or a scheduled time therefor, for actors or models to be available for the application of cosmetics, hairstyling, etc. prior to a performance or photography session.
    The director scheduled the makeup call for 30 minutes before the play started.
    The model had to rush to get to her 8:30 makeup call.
  2. (sports) Alternative spelling of make-up call
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