beam

/bˈim/

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Noun
a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather
Noun
long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction
Noun
a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation
Noun
a column of light (as from a beacon)
Noun
(nautical) breadth amidships
Noun
the broad side of a ship; "they sighted land on the port beam"
Noun
a gymnastic apparatus used by women gymnasts
Verb
smile radiantly; express joy through one''s facial expression
Verb
emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light; "The sun shone bright that day"; "The fire beamed on their faces"
Verb
express with a beaming face or smile; "he beamed his approval"
Verb
broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television; "We cannot air this X-rated song"
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have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink; "Her face glowed when she came out of the sauna"
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experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion; "She was beaming with joy"; "Her face radiated with happiness"
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