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Definition of: beckon
(bek′ən) v.t. & v.i.
1. To signal, direct, or summon by sign or gesture.
2. To entice or lure.
—noun A summoning gesture; beck. [OE biecnan, beacnian make signs <) bēacen a sign. Related to BEACON.]
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