beacon, n.
(beacons)
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(beacons)
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a fire (usually on a hill or tower) that can be seen from a distance
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beacon beacon fire
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derivationally related form
a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships
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beacon beacon light lighthouse pharos
a radio station that broadcasts a directional signal for navigational purposes
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beacon radio beacon
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