Definition of Beam

Noun: beam beem

A signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides aeroplane pilots in darkness or bad weather
- radio beam
Long thick piece of wood, metal or concrete, etc., used in construction
A group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation
- ray, electron beam
A column of light (as from a beacon)
- beam of light, light beam, ray, ray of light, shaft, shaft of light, irradiation
(nautical) breadth amidships
The broad side of a ship
"they sighted land on the port beam"
A gymnastic apparatus used by women gymnasts
- balance beam

Verb: beam beem

Smile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression
Emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light
"The fire beamed on their faces";
- shine
Express with a beaming face or smile
"he beamed his approval"
(broadcast medium) broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television
"We cannot beam this X-rated song";
- air, send, broadcast, transmit
Have a complexion with a strong bright colour, such as red or pink
"Her face beamed when she came out of the sauna";
- glow, radiate, shine
Experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion
"She was beaming with joy";
- glow, radiate, shine