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Definition beacon in American English

beacon noun

[countable] noun
/ˈbikən/
1

a bright light or fire that shines in the dark and is used as a signal to warn people against danger or to show them the way somewhere

Synonyms and related words
alarm alarm bell the all clear beacon candelabra candle
1.1

a tower or floating object with a bright light on it that warns boats that they are near the land

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alarm alarm bell the all clear
1.2

a radio or radar signal that helps ships or aircraft to find their position

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aerobatics aerospace airborne
2

someone or something that encourages people and gives them a good example to follow

Example

He called the country "a beacon of democracy and freedom."

Synonyms and related words
masterpiece inspiration miracle
Definition beacon in American English