To send for somebody is to send them a message asking them to come and see you.
Examples of use:
1. Your toilet is blocked. You must send for a plumber.
2. Mrs Butler is ill. Her son has sent for the doctor.
3. I want this letter typed as soon as possible. Send for my secretary, please.
| infinitive |
send for |
| present simple |
send for and sends for |
| -ing form |
sending for |
| past simple |
sent for |
| past participle |
sent for |
Can you think of any ways to use the phrasal verb ‘send for‘ in a sentence?
Have you ever had to send for a doctor or a plumber?
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