Pronunciation: /bɛk/
noun a gesture or signal of summoning or calling someone
A1 She heard her dog's beck and call from the backyard.
A2 The beck was a peaceful stream flowing through the countryside.
B1 The beckoning of the mysterious figure led them deeper into the forest.
B2 The hiker followed the beckoning light in the distance to find the campsite.
C1 The beck of the ocean was irresistible, drawing surfers to the waves.
C2 The siren's beck filled the air, calling sailors to their doom.
verb to beckon or signal someone to come closer
A1 She beckoned her dog to come inside.
A2 The tour guide beckoned the group to follow him.
B1 The teacher beckoned the students to gather around for a demonstration.
B2 The conductor beckoned the orchestra to begin playing.
C1 The queen beckoned for her subjects to approach her.
C2 The CEO beckoned for the board members to enter the meeting room.
formal The teacher beckoned the students to come to the front of the classroom.
informal She beckoned her friend to join her at the party.
slang He beckoned his buddies to come over and hang out.
figurative The opportunity beckoned to her like a distant call to adventure.
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