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sick call

–noun Military.
1. a daily formation for those requiring medical attention.
2. the period during which this formation is held.

Origin:
1830–40
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sick call  
n.  
  1. A daily lineup of military personnel requiring medical attention.

  2. A signal announcing the time for such a lineup.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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Medical Dictionary

Main Entry: sick call
Function: noun
: a scheduled time at which individuals (as soldiers) may report as sick to a medical officer
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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