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Vocabulary Entry
beam
|noun • verb • verb
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N
noun
A long, sturdy piece of timber or metal used for support or as a structural element.
Example Sentences
"They installed a beam to support the roof of the house."
"The old barn had wooden beams that needed repair."
"The bridge was held up by steel beams."
V
verb
To emit or radiate (light or energy).
Example Sentences
"The sun began to beam down on the crowd."
"She smiled and beamed with joy at the compliment."
"The flashlight beamed across the dark room."
V
verb
To transmit (a signal or show something) via radio, television, or other media.
Example Sentences
"The concert was beamed live to audiences around the world."
"They decided to beam the conference online for wider accessibility."
"The news station will beam updates throughout the day."