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May 24, 2012
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Synonyms for beacon

Noun

1. beacon, beacon fire, visual signal
usage: a fire (usually on a hill or tower) that can be seen from a distance
2. radio beacon, beacon, radio station
usage: a radio station that broadcasts a directional signal for navigational purposes
3. beacon, lighthouse, beacon light, pharos, tower
usage: a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships

Verb

1. beacon, shine, beam
usage: shine like a beacon
2. beacon, lead, take, direct, conduct, guide
usage: guide with a beacon
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