Definition of "beacon"
- noun
A signal fire to notify of the approach of an enemy, or to give any notice, commonly of warning or guiding.
A signal or conspicuous mark erected on an eminence near the shore, or moored in shoal water, as a guide to mariners.
A high hill or other easily distinguishable object near the shore which can serve as guidance for seafarers.
That which gives notice of danger.
- verb
To act as a beacon.
To give light to, as a beacon; to light up; to illumine.
To furnish with a beacon or beacons.
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