The term 'GIVE A RING' is an idiom that means to make contact with someone, usually by telephone. It can be broken down into four crossword solutions: PROPOSE (7 letters), DIAL (4 letters), PHONE (5 letters), and CALL (4 letters). PROPOSE is a verb that means to suggest or offer something for consideration. DIAL is a verb that means to turn a DIAL in order to make a telephone connection. PHONE is a noun that refers to a device used to make telephone calls. Finally, CALL is a verb that means to use a telephone to speak to someone.