Looking for the meaning of the word GLEAM in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of GLEAM with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Gleam
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
Old English glǣm ‘brilliant light’, of Germanic origin
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ɡliːm
Dialects: British English
Definition:
shine brightly, especially with reflected light
Short Definition:shine brightly
Examples:- light gleamed on the china cats
- her eyes gleamed with satisfaction
Word: Gleam
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ɡliːm
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a faint or brief light, especially one reflected from something
Short Definition:faint or brief light
Examples:- the gleam of a silver tray
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