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Rareabeam
The correct spelling is abeam.
How to pronounce abeam
adjective
IPA: /ə.ˈbiːm/
Say it like: Abee-m
The correct spelling is abeam. Alongside or abreast; opposite the center of the side of the ship or aircraft. For example: "The island was directly abeam of us."
Usage Examples
“The island was directly abeam of us.”
“She came abeam the crippled ship.”
Meanings
adjective
- 1.Alongside or abreast; opposite the center of the side of the ship or aircraft.
adverb
- 1.On the beam; at a right angle to the centerline or keel of a vessel or aircraft; being at a bearing approximately 090 Degrees or 270 Degrees relative.
- 2.Alongside or abreast; opposite the center of the side of the ship or aircraft.
preposition
- 1.Alongside.
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