Definition & Meaning of "beacon"

Beacon

a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships

a fire (usually on a hill or tower) that can be seen from a distance

a radio station that sends signals to aircrafts and ships to help with their navigation

to beacon

guide with a beacon

shine like a beacon

Example

This new medicine is a beacon of hope for/to thousands of people.

The lighthouse was a beacon of hope in the stormy sea.

The lighthouse beacon flickered afar, guiding ships safely through the night.

The remarkable resilience of the community marks it as a beacon of hope in times of adversity.

The beacon atop the mountain served as a guiding light, pointing the way for weary travelers.

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