1. to make a gesture with the hand, arm, or head to encourage someone to come nearer or follow
2. to appear attractive or inviting; to seem to offer something appealing
Usage: figurative

Examples

• She beckoned to her friend across the crowded room.
• The teacher beckoned the student to come forward.
• He beckoned with his hand for us to follow him.
• The warm beach beckoned to the tired travelers.
• Adventure beckoned from beyond the mountains.
• The cozy café beckoned with its inviting lights.
• She beckoned the waiter over to their table.