n.
1.a signal transmitted along a narrow path
2.long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction
3.a column of light (as from a beacon)
4.a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation
5.(nautical) breadth amidships
6.a gymnastic apparatus used by women gymnasts beam v.
1.smile radiantly
2.emit light
3.express with a beaming face or smile
4.broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television
5.especially of the complexion: show a strong bright color, such as red or pink
6.experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion
Idiom of the Day
give (someone) the eye
to look or stare at someone (especially in a cold or unfriendly way)
The store manager began to give the boy the eye.
