Defenition of the word beacon
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Defenition of the word beacon
- A lighthouse, signal buoy, etc., on a shore or at a dangerous area at sea to warn and guide vessels.
- guide with a beacon
- shine like a beacon
- a fire (usually on a hill or tower) that can be seen from a distance
- a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships
- a radio station that broadcasts a directional signal for navigational purposes
Synonyms for the word beacon
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- alarm
- beacon fire
- beacon light
- bonfire
- encouragement
- fire
- flare
- guiding light
- inspiration
- lighthouse
- pharos
- radio beacon
- sign
- signal
- symbol of hope
- warning
- warning light
Similar words in the beacon
Hyponyms for the word beacon
Hypernyms for the word beacon
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- beam
- conduct
- direct
- guide
- lead
- radio station
- shine
- take
- tower
- visual signal
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