If you are summonsed and do not attend court, you may be found guilty of contempt of court.
Synonyms and examplescallThe children called for him at night.
call outPlease avoid calling out the doctor unless it is an emergency.
send forSomeone has already sent for a doctor.
summonI was summoned to the headmaster's office.
hailShe walked to the corner and hailed a cab.
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If you call someone, youask them to come to you.