beam

/bˈim/ · 1 syllable

Meaning

noun

a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather
long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction
a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation
a column of light (as from a beacon)
(nautical) breadth amidships
the broad side of a ship
“they sighted land on the port beam”
a gymnastic apparatus used by women gymnasts

verb

smile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression
emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light
“The sun shone bright that day”
express with a beaming face or smile
“he beamed his approval”
broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television
“We cannot air this X-rated song”
have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink
“Her face glowed when she came out of the sauna”
experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion
“She was beaming with joy”

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