1. high
adjective. ['ˈhaɪ'] greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount.
Etymology
- high (English)
- high (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hiȝe (Middle English (1100-1500))
2. high
adjective. ['ˈhaɪ'] (literal meaning) being at or having a relatively great or specific elevation or upward extension (sometimes used in combinations like `knee-high').
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Etymology
- high (English)
- high (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hiȝe (Middle English (1100-1500))
3. beam
noun. ['ˈbiːm'] a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather.
Synonyms
Etymology
- beam (English)
- beem (Middle English (1100-1500))
- beam (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- bemen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- beamian (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
4. beam
noun. ['ˈbiːm'] long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction.
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Etymology
- beam (English)
- beem (Middle English (1100-1500))
- beam (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- bemen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- beamian (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
5. high
adverb. ['ˈhaɪ'] at a great altitude.
Synonyms
Etymology
- high (English)
- high (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hiȝe (Middle English (1100-1500))
6. high
adjective. ['ˈhaɪ'] standing above others in quality or position.
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Etymology
- high (English)
- high (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hiȝe (Middle English (1100-1500))
7. high
adjective. ['ˈhaɪ'] used of sounds and voices; high in pitch or frequency.
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Etymology
- high (English)
- high (Middle English (1100-1500))
- hiȝe (Middle English (1100-1500))
8. beam
verb. ['ˈbiːm'] smile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- beam (English)
- beem (Middle English (1100-1500))
- beam (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- bemen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- beamian (Old English (ca. 450-1100))