English English Dictionary

A signal fire to notify of the approach of an enemy, or to give any notice, commonly of warning.

A signal or conspicuous mark erected on an eminence near the shore, or moored in shoal water, as a guide to mariners.

A high hill near the shore.

That which gives notice of danger.

To give light to, as a beacon; to light up; to illumine.

To furnish with a beacon or beacons.