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   beam

   /biːm/

   noun

   • 1. a long, sturdy piece of squared timber or metal used to support the roof or floor of a building: "there are very fine oak beams in the oldest part of the house" Similar joistpurlingirdersparsupportstrutstaybracescantlingbattentransomlintelstringerbalkboardtimberplanklathraftercollar beamtie beamsummer (tree)hammer beamcantilever
   • ▪ a narrow, raised horizontal piece of squared timber on which a gymnast balances while performing exercises: "a compulsory set of exercises on floor, vault, bars, and beam"
   • ▪ a horizontal piece of squared timber or metal supporting the deck and joining the sides of a ship: "the watertight skin and deck were put on over this framework of ribs and beams"
   • ▪ the direction of an object visible from the port or starboard side of a ship when it is perpendicular to the centre line of the vessel: "there was land in sight on the port beam"
   • ▪ a ship's breadth at its widest point: "a cutter with a beam of 16 feet"
   • ▪ the width of a person's hips: informal "notice how broad in the beam she's getting?"
   • ▪ the main stem of a stag's antler: "the wide beams sprouted ten main tines"
   • ▪ the crossbar of a balance.
   • ▪ an oscillating shaft which transmits the vertical piston movement of a beam engine to the crank or pump.
   • ▪ the shank of an anchor.
   • ▪ the main timber of a horse-drawn plough. historical
   • 2. a ray or shaft of light: "a beam of light flashed in front of her" Similar rayshaftstreamstreakpencilfingerflashgleamglowglimmerglintflarebarradiationemission
   • ▪ a directional flow of particles or radiation: "beams of electrons"
   • ▪ a series of radio or radar signals emitted as a navigational guide for ships or aircraft: "the detector simply pinpoints the radar beams that other ships transmit"
   • 3. a radiant or good-natured look or smile: "a beam of satisfaction" Similar grinsmilebright lookOpposite frown

   verb

   • 1. transmit (a radio signal or broadcast) in a specified direction: "the satellite beamed back radio signals to scientists on Earth" Similar broadcasttransmitrelaysend/put outdisseminatedirectaimteleviseshowtelecastput on the air/airwaves
   • ▪ (in science fiction) transport someone instantaneously to or from a spaceship: "mission controller, beam me up!"
   • 2. (of a light or light source) shine brightly: "the sun's rays beamed down" Similar shineradiateglareglittergleamshimmerglimmertwinkleflashflarestreak
   • 3. smile radiantly: "she beamed with pleasure" Similar grinsmiledimplegrin like a Cheshire Cattwinklesmirklaughinformal:be all smilesOpposite frown
   • ▪ express (an emotion) with a radiant smile: "the instructress beamed her approval"

   Word Origin Old Englishbēam ‘tree, beam’, of West Germanic origin; related to Dutch boom and German Baum.

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › beamBeam Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of BEAM is a long piece of heavy often squared timber suitable for use in construction. How to use beam in a sentence.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishBEAM | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   a line of radiation or particles flowing in one direction: a laser beam. an electron beam. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. beam noun [C] (WOOD) a long, thick piece of wood, metal, or concrete, especially used to support weight in a building or other structure: The sitting room had exposed wooden beams.

4. www.civilclick.com › what-is-beamWhat is Beam ? it's 5 Different Types, Sizes & Purposes - Civil...

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   Mar 9, 2019 · A beam is a horizontal structural member in a building to resist the lateral loads applied to the beam’s axis. The structural member which resists the forces laterally or transversely applied to the (beam) axis is called a beam. The loads act transversely to the longitudinal axis, which produces the shear forces and bending moment.

5. www.dictionary.com › browse › beamBEAM Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Beam definition: any of various relatively long pieces of metal, wood, stone, etc., manufactured or shaped especially for use as rigid members or parts of structures or machines.. See examples of BEAM used in a sentence.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishBEAM definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   A beam is a long thick bar of wood, metal, or concrete, especially one used to support the roof of a building.

7. www.structuralbasics.com › what-is-a-beamWhat Is a Beam? And 7 Types of Beams - Structural Basics

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   Apr 23, 2023 · Learn about what a beam is and what 7 different types of beams are used (2 examples: simply supported and cantilever beam)

8. skyciv.com › docs › tutorialsBeam Definition: What is a Beam? | SkyCiv - SkyCiv Engineering

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   Feb 15, 2024 · A beam, in Structural Engineering terms, is a member that can be comprised of a number of materials (including steel and wood aluminum) to withstand loads – typically applied laterally to the beam axis. Beams can also be referred to as members, elements, rafters, shafts, or purlins.

9. www.thefreedictionary.com › beamBeam - definition of beam by The Free Dictionary

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   n. 1. A squared-off log or a large, oblong piece of timber, metal, or stone used especially as a horizontal support in construction. 2. Nautical. a. A transverse structural member of a ship's frame, used to support a deck and to brace the sides against stress. b. The breadth of a ship at the widest point. c.

10. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › beamBeam - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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    noun. a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather. synonyms: radio beam. see more. verb. emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light. “The fire beamed on their faces” synonyms: shine. see more. verb. broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television. synonyms: air, broadcast, send, transmit.

11. www.mech4study.com › strength-of-material › what-is-beam-types-of-beamsWhat is Beam? What are main Types of Beams - Mech4study

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    Today we will discuss about what is beam and types of beams. Beam is a horizontal structuremember used to carry vertical load, shear load and sometime horizontal load. It is the major component of building structures.