Margin Call

Definition

The terrifying phone call from your broker informing you that your borrowed-money bets have gone south and you need to cough up more cash immediately. It's the financial equivalent of your landlord and your bookie showing up at the same time demanding payment.

Example Usage

"I got a margin call at 3 AM. Nothing says good morning like being told you owe the brokerage the equivalent of a midsize sedan."

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