Call Blocking
/ˈkɔːl ˈblɒkɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal or regulatory practice of preventing unwanted telephone calls, especially to protect privacy and prevent harassment.
Call blocking is often employed to reduce telemarketing and scam calls.
- (v.) The act of implementing measures to prevent certain telephone calls from being connected or received.
The company’s phone system can call block numbers suspected of fraudulent activity.
Forms
- call blocking
- call blockings
- call blocked
- call blocks
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Commentary
Call blocking is both a technical and legal measure; regulations often define when and how it must be implemented to balance consumer protection and business interests.
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