beckon

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.

verb

1. signal with the hands or nod

Similar word(s): wave

Definition categories: communication, gesticulate, gesture, motion

2. appear inviting

- The shop window decorations beckoned

Definition categories: emotion, appeal, attract

3. summon with a wave, nod, or some other gesture

Definition categories: communication, summon