IPA: //biːm//
KK: /bim/
To emit light or shine brightly; to express joy or happiness through a wide smile.
She beamed with joy when she received the good news.
Past: beamed
Past Participle: beamed
A long, straight piece of material or a ray of light that is often used for support or to direct energy.
The sun's rays formed a beautiful beam of light through the trees.
To send out or transmit something, such as light or a message, often in a focused way.
The satellite can beam signals to Earth.
Past: beamed
Past Participle: beamed
Beam → The word 'beam' originates from Old English 'bēam', meaning a tree or a beam of wood. It refers to a long, sturdy piece of timber used in construction or as a support.
Think of a strong 'tree' ('bēam') that supports structures — that's why a beam is a long piece of wood used for support.