Beam

noun
bim

Noun

  • the broad side of a ship

    they sighted land on the port beam

    Type of:Side
  • a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation

    Similar:Ray
  • a column of light (as from a beacon)

    Similar:IrradiationRayShaft
    Type of:Light
  • a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather

    Type of:SignalSignalingSign
  • a gymnastic apparatus used by women gymnasts

    Type of:Exerciser
  • long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction

    Type of:Piece
  • (nautical) breadth amidships

    Type of:BreadthWidth

Verb

  • experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion

    She was beaming with joy

    Similar:GlowRadiateShine
    Type of:ExperienceFeel
  • emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light

    The fire beamed on their faces

    Similar:Shine
  • express with a beaming face or smile

    he beamed his approval

    Type of:ExpressShowEvince
  • broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television

    Type of:PublicizeBareAir
  • have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink

    Similar:GlowRadiateShine
    Type of:LookSeemAppear
  • smile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression

    Type of:Smile

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