nounπShareA signal fire to notify of the approach of an enemy, or to give any notice, commonly of warning."During World War II, coastal villages used bonfires as beacons to warn nearby towns of approaching enemy ships. "signalcommunicationtechnologydevicemilitarywarsignChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA signal or conspicuous mark erected on an eminence near the shore, or moored in shoal water, as a guide to mariners."The bright beacons warned the ships of the dangerous rocks near the coast. "nauticalsignaltechnologyoceansailinggeographydirectiondeviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA high hill or other easily distinguishable object near the shore which can serve as guidance for seafarers."The two tall, white lighthouses served as beacons, guiding the fishing boats safely back to harbor. "nauticalgeographysignChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThat which gives notice of danger, or keeps people on the correct path."The lighthouse beacons warned ships to stay away from the rocky shore. "communicationsigndirectiontechnologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn electronic device that broadcasts a signal to nearby portable devices, enabling smartphones etc. to perform actions when in physical proximity to the beacon."The store used beacons to send discount coupons to shoppers' phones when they walked near specific products. "electronicscommunicationdevicesignaltechnologyinternetmachineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo act as a beacon."During the blackout, her calm voice and clear instructions beaconed hope to everyone trapped in the elevator. "communicationtechnologysignaldeviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo give light to, as a beacon; to light up; to illumine."The stadium lights beaconed the dark sky, signaling the start of the game. "technologycommunicationsignalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo furnish with a beacon or beacons."The city plans to beacons the airport runway to improve visibility during foggy conditions. "nauticaltechnologycommunicationsignalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
