Meaning & Definition of word "Sunbeam"

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    Sunbeam

    /ˈsʌnˌbiːm/

    noun:

    • 1. A ray of sunlight.
      • Example: The sunbeam streamed through the window, illuminating the dust in the air.
    • 2. A beam of light that appears to emanate from the sun.
      • Example: Children laughed and played in the sunshine, dancing in the sunbeams that fell on the grass.
    • 3. A metaphorical term used to describe something that brings joy or hope.
      • Example: She was a sunbeam in my life, brightening even the darkest of days.

    Etymology

    From Middle English 'sune', 'beame' meaning ray.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sunbeam of happiness:

    A person or thing that brings joy.

    catching a sunbeam:

    Enjoying a moment of happiness or light.

    chasing sunbeams:

    Pursuing fleeting moments of joy or happiness.

    Related Words

    sunlight:

    The natural light of the sun.

    ray:

    A narrow beam of light.

    radiance:

    Brightness or light emitted from an object.

    Slang Meanings of sunbeam

    Meaning: A term of endearment.

    Example Sentence: Hey there, sunbeam! How's your day going?

    Meaning: Someone who is overly cheerful.

    Example Sentence: She walks into the room and brightens it up like a little sunbeam.