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DictionarybeckSummoning gesture
noun

beck

BEK/bek/

A gesture or signal calling someone closer.

She brings him closer with a beck of her hand.

A woman summons a nearby man with a clear inward-curling hand gesture; he notices and turns toward her.
Etymology
beckMiddle Englishto signal by a nod or gesture

The verb bekken described signaling without speech. Its noun use named the nod or gesture itself, especially one expressing a wish or command.

In context

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More examples

  • He responded to the slightest beck from his employer.
  • She refused to remain at his beck and call.
  • A quick beck brought the waiter closer.

Forms

beck · becks

Similar words

beckon
Usually the verb for making the summoning gesture.
signal
Broader; may communicate more than a request to approach.