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beam

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﹒A long, sturdy piece of squared timber or metal used to support a roof or floor.

﹒A ray or shaft of light or other radiation.

﹒A radiant or good-natured smile.

Examples

﹒The lighthouse sent a bright beam of light across the dark ocean.

﹒She began to beam with pride when she saw her daughter graduate.

﹒The construction workers hoisted the heavy steel beam into place.

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