Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abeam
Adverb
/əˈbiːm/
Definition
In a direction at right angles to the line of a ship’s keel.
Examples
- The lighthouse was directly abeam of the ship as it sailed towards the harbor.
- When the wind shifted, the sails were adjusted to capture the breeze abeam.
Meaning
The term ‘abeam’ refers to a position or direction that is perpendicular to the centerline of a vessel or craft, typically used in nautical contexts.
Synonyms
- sideways
- perpendicular
- across
