Beckon
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbɛkən/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Beckon is a verb meaning (ambitransitive) To wave or nod to somebody with the intention to make the person come closer.
Meaning
(ambitransitive) To wave or nod to somebody with the intention to make the person come closer.
More Meanings
- (ambitransitive) To seem attractive and inviting.
- A sign made without words; a beck.
- A children's game similar to hide and seek in which children who have been "caught" may escape if they see another hider beckon to them.
Example Sentences
At the first beckon.
It beckons you to go away with it.
His distant friends, he beckons near.
He turn to me, make a beckon with the key in his hand.
Word Forms
- beckons
- beckoning
- beckoned
Synonyms for beckon
Depending on context, synonyms include wave.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include wave, lure, evoke, signal, waft, push.
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