beckon

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Synonyms: reckon, becton, becken, beckton, becon

Antonyms: reckon, becton, becken, beckton, becon

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Verb

1. {{lb|en|ambitransitive}} To [[wave]] or [[nod]] to [[somebody]] with the [[intention]] to [[make]] the [[person]] [[come]] [[closer]].
2. {{lb|en|ambitransitive}} To [[seem]] [[attractive]] and [[inviting]].

Noun

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.

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