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   beckon

   /ˈbɛk(ə)n/

   verb

   • 1. make a gesture with the hand, arm, or head to encourage or instruct someone to approach or follow: "Miranda beckoned to Adam" Similar gesturesignalwavegesticulatemake a gesturemotionnodcall
   • ▪ summon (someone) by beckoning to them: "he beckoned Cameron over"
   • ▪ appear attractive or inviting: "the going is tough and soft options beckon" Similar enticeinvitetemptcoaxlurecharmattractdrawpull (in)bring incallallureinterestfascinateengageenchantcaptivatepersuadeinducecatch the eye of

   Word Origin Old Englishbīecnan, bēcnan, of West Germanic origin; related to beacon.

   Scrabble Points: 14

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