Beam

/biːm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A long, sturdy piece of timber, metal, or other material used for support in construction.

The builders installed a steel beam to support the roof of the new house.

A ray or shaft of light.

A beam of sunlight streamed through the window.

A measurement of the width or breadth of something.

The beam of the bridge was designed to hold heavy loads.

verb

To transmit (light, energy, or information) in a specified direction.

The satellite is capable of beaming signals back to Earth.

To smile radiantly or proudly.

She beamed with joy when she received the award.

Old English 'bēam', meaning 'tree' or 'log'.

beam me up

An expression often referring to being transported, commonly used in science fiction.

beam with pride

To radiate happiness or pride.

beaming

Radiating light or warmth.

beamish

Happy and optimistic.

To beam means to show happiness or joy visibly.

He was beaming after winning the game.

To beam someone up refers to capturing someone's attention or affection.

She really beamed him up with her smile.