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BECKON

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Beckon.

How to pronounce beckon:

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Beckon - as a verb

Signal with the hands or nod

Example: "She waved to her friends"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wave

Appear inviting

Example: "The shop window decorations beckoned"

Summon with a wave, nod, or some other gesture

Beckon - as a noun

A sign made without words; a beck.

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.

Example Sentences

"She beckoned for her dog to come inside."
"He beckoned to the waiter for the bill."
"The lighthouse beckoned ships to safety."
"The tour guide beckoned the group to follow him."
"The teacher beckoned the students to gather around."
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Word Game Points

Is BECKON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, beckon is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BECKON has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is BECKON a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, beckon is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BECKON has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is BECKON a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, beckon is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BECKON has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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