concept   beck
culture   United Kingdom
statement   In the United Kingdom, the term "beck" can refer to a small brook, a colloquial gesture, or a shortened form of the surname 'Beckham'.

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1 beck England In England, 'beck' is a colloquial term for a gesture or signal, as in 'give me a beck' meaning 'give me a sign or indication'. 1
2 beck UK A beck refers to a stream or small river, often used in place names like 'Beckford' or 'Oakbeck'. 1
3 beck United Kingdom Beck refers to a small brook or stream, often used in place names like 'Beckford' or 'Beckingham'. 1
4 beck United Kingdom The term 'beck' is commonly used as a short form of the surname 'Beckham', particularly in reference to David Beckham, the famous footballer. 1
5 beckon United Kingdom Common gesture to attract someone's attention 1