beam
beam is a valid 4-letter word worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words with Friends.
What does beam mean?
A group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation.
Long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction.
(nautical) breadth amidships.
The broad side of a ship.
“they sighted land on the port beam”
A column of light (as from a beacon).
A signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather.
A gymnastic apparatus used by women gymnasts.
Smile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression.
Emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light.
“The fire beamed on their faces”
Experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion.
“She was beaming with joy”
Broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television.
Have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink.
Express with a beaming face or smile.
“he beamed his approval”