| 释义 |
call (oneself) a (something) call (oneself) a (something)A phrase used to show the speaker's incredulity that someone considers themself to be a particular thing, often a friend. And you call yourself a friend? You totally gossiped about me to other people in our class! If she's only working as an intern there, how can she call herself an editor on her resume?See also: callcall yourself a ˈteacher, ˈfriend, etc.? (informal) used to say that you do not think somebody is a very good teacher, friend, etc: Call yourself a friend? Why did you forget my birthday then? ♢ How can he call himself a musician when he’s never even heard of Schubert?See also: call |