Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

beam-of-light

Noun
/biːm əv laɪt/
Definition
A beam of light is a concentrated stream of light rays that travels in a specific direction.
Examples
  • The beam of light from the flashlight pierced through the darkness.
  • Sunlight streamed in through the window, creating a beautiful beam of light across the floor.
Meaning
In physics, it refers to the narrow path made by light as it travels from a source, such as a flashlight or the sun.
Synonyms
  • Ray of light
  • Light shaft
  • Light beam