Definition of Beckoning
Beckoning
beck·on·ing
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
very attractive, appealing, or inviting;
e.g. The cottage appeared warm and beckoning on the cold night.
(verb)
appearing very inviting, attractive, or appealing;
e.g. Her warm bed was beckoning to her at the end of her long and tiring day.
(verb)
making a gesture with the head, arm, or hand that signals to someone to come closer or follow, encouraging someone with such a gesture, or attracting their attention with such a gesture;
e.g. She raised her eyes and waved a hand in the air, beckoning the waitress to her table.
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