beacon
UK/'bi:kn/US
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Definitions
n.
A signal fire or light used as a warning or guide, especially for ships or aircraft
烽火；灯塔；导航信标
v.
To serve as a guiding light or signal; to illuminate
照亮；指引
Root Breakdown
Native Englishbeaconother
=beacon
Common Collocations
- 1.beacon light灯塔信号
- 2.beacon of hope希望灯塔
Example Sentences
- 1.
The lighthouse beacon shone brightly to guide ships safely home.
- 2.
Her achievements became a beacon of hope for the community.