👋beckon

verb
/ˈbɛkən/

Meaning

to signal or call someone to come closer, often with a gesture; to attract or invite

Example Sentences

She beckoned him to come closer with a wave of her hand.

Example Expressions

beckon to

Synonyms

signal, summon, call, motion, entice

Antonyms

repel, deter, discourage

Collocations

beckon someone over, beckon with a hand, beckon closer, beckon invitingly

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