English / word
beam
noun B2MEANING IN ENGLISH
a ray or shaft of light; also a long sturdy piece of timber or metal used in construction
a ray or shaft of light; a long piece of wood or metal used to support weight; a ray or shaft of light; a long piece of wood or metal used to support weight
In context
01
A beam of sunlight came through the window.
02
Steel beams support the roof of the warehouse.
Synonyms
ray,gleam,light
Antonyms
shadow,gloom
Collocations
sunlight beam,laser beam,beam of light