call an ambulance

Meaning

Request emergency medical transportation and professional assistance by dialing the local emergency services number.

Examples

• Please call an ambulance right away because he is having trouble breathing.
• The witness did the right thing when she decided to call an ambulance for the injured cyclist.

Pronunciation: /kɔːl ən ˈæmbjələns/

Synonyms of call an ambulance

Words with a similar meaning to call an ambulance:

• summon help
• dial 911
• request medical aid
• get emergency services