beam - noun

a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather

long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction

a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation

a column of light (as from a beacon)

(nautical) breadth amidships

the broad side of a ship

a gymnastic apparatus used by women gymnasts

beam - verb

• smile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression
• emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light
• express with a beaming face or smile
• broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television
• have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink
• experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion

beam - thesaurus

air   broadcast   glow   irradiation   radiate   ray   send   shaft   shine   transmit