Beam Meaning and Definition

Word: Beam

How to pronounce: biːm

Noun

Definitions:

1. A long, sturdy piece of squared timber or metal spanning an opening or part of a building, usually to support the roof or floor above.

Example sentences: "There are very fine oak beams in the oldest part of the house"

2. A ray or shaft of light.

Example sentences: "A beam of light flashed in front of her"

3. A radiant or good-natured look or smile.

Example sentences: "A beam of satisfaction"

Verb

Definitions:

1. Transmit (a radio signal or broadcast) in a specified direction.

Example sentences: "Beaming a distress signal into space"

2. (of a light or light source) shine brightly.

Example sentences: "The sun's rays beamed down"

3. Smile radiantly.

Example sentences: "She beamed with pleasure"

4. Construct a ceiling with exposed beams.

Example sentences: "Vaulted beamed ceilings in the family room"

Synonyms:

joist

girder

crossbar

joists

crossbeam

stringers

girth rail

ray

radiation

shaft

irradiation

light beam

beam of light

radio beam

width

breadth

scantling

square log

planks

radiate

transmit

radial

small bunch

electron beam

glow

shine

walking beam

broadcast

Derivations:

beamed

beamy

beaming

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Beam in Other Languages...

Spanish: Viga

German: Strahl

French: Poutre

Italian: Trave

Turkish: ışın