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Meaning of beckon

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

beckon

Pronunciation:/ˈbɛkən/

noun

Definitions

  1. A sign made without words; a beck.

  2. 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.

verb

Definitions

  1. To wave or nod to somebody with the intention to make the person come closer.

  2. To seem attractive and inviting