Beam

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NOUN

a signal transmitted along a narrow path

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

emit 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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