Read the dictionary definition of beam. All definitions for this word.
1. a gymnastic apparatus used by women gymnasts
2. long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction
3. the broad side of a ship
1. they sighted land on the port beam
4. (nautical) breadth amidships
5. a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather
6. a column of light (as from a beacon)
7. a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation
8. smile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression
9. broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television
1. We cannot air this X-rated song
10. express with a beaming face or smile
1. he beamed his approval
11. experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion
1. She was beaming with joy
2. Her face radiated with happiness
12. have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink
1. Her face glowed when she came out of the sauna
13. emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light
1. The sun shone bright that day
2. The fire beamed on their faces