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beaming

|beam/ing|

/ˈbiːmɪŋ/

(beam)

radiating happiness

Base Form	Plural	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle
beam	beams	beams	beamed	beamed	beaming

Etymology

Etymology Information

'beaming' originates from the Old English word 'bēam', which meant 'tree' or 'beam'.

Historical Evolution

'bēam' transformed into the Middle English word 'bem', eventually becoming the modern English word 'beam'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'tree' or 'beam', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'radiating light or happiness'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

present participle of 'beam'.

The child was beaming as he received his award.

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Adjective 1

smiling broadly; radiating happiness.

She was beaming with joy at the news.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35