calling down . calling down also dressing down {n. phr.}, {informal} A scolding; reprimand. The judge gave the boy a calling down for speeding. Categories: add yours call {informal} {n. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 » In RussianTo section: C Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Add my comment