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How to say beam and what does beam mean?

beam

verb, noun

How to pronounce beam?

The word beam sounds like beam
/bim/

What is the definition of beam?

nouna group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation
verbemit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light
Examples
  • The fire beamed on their faces
nouna column of light (as from a beacon)
nouna signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather
verbexperience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion
Examples
  • She was beaming with joy
verbbroadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television
verbhave a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink
nouna gymnastic apparatus used by women gymnasts
verbexpress with a beaming face or smile
Examples
  • he beamed his approval
nounlong thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction
noun(nautical) breadth amidships
verbsmile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression
nounthe broad side of a ship
Examples
  • they sighted land on the port beam