beam
Definitions
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
- 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
- Express with a beaming face or smile
- Broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television
- Have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink
- Experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion
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| 1 | maximum beam | 3 | 2 |
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Term
Definitions: 13
Fragments: 15
Sound Alikes: 2
Spelled Like: 20
Words that Follow: 0
Words that Precede: 1
Statistically Associated: 1
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📰 This Word in the News:
Converse Washes the ALL STAR Back to 1976 for BEAMS’ 50th Anniversary in "Faded Black"
Aug 24, 2026 Hypebeast
Aug 24, 2026 Hypebeast
Hundreds of USF students sign beam for new on-campus stadium
Apr 10, 2026 University of South Florida
Apr 10, 2026 University of South Florida
Harper marks construction milestone with beam-signing for new Business and Social Sciences Building
Aug 6, 2026 Harper College
Aug 6, 2026 Harper College

