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beam

When used as a noun for construction, "beam" refers to the physical support structure. When used as a noun for light, it describes the shape of the light moving through space. As a verb, "beaming" can be literal (sending a signal) or figurative (showing great happiness). If someone is "beaming," they are usually smiling very broadly because they are proud or happy.

💬Trò chuyện

🎬Tuesday afternoon; Sarah is at her desk trying to ignore an email from David.
David Smith

Can we beam the presentation over to the client's HQ by 5?

David Smith
Sarah
Sarah

I'm swamped. Just send it via email like a normal person.

💡
David uses 'beam' as a pseudo-techy corporate buzzword for transmitting data, while Sarah uses the slang 'swamped' to indicate she is overwhelmed with work and finds his phrasing pretentious.

Ý nghĩa

noun

A long, sturdy piece of squared timber or metal spanning an opening or supporting a roof or floor.

"The heavy oak beam across the ceiling gave the cottage a rustic feel."

noun

A ray or shaft of light or other electromagnetic radiation.

"A narrow beam of sunlight pierced through the thick clouds."

verb (transitive)

To transmit a radio signal or light in a specific direction.

"The satellite will beam the data back to Earth instantaneously."

verb (intransitive)

To smile radiantly or happily.

"She beamed with pride as her daughter accepted the award."

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