gleam


2gleam

verb

Definition of GLEAM

intransitive verb
1
: to shine with or as if with subdued steady light or moderate brightness
2
: to appear briefly or faintly <a light gleamed in the distance>
transitive verb
: to cause to gleam

Examples of GLEAM

  1. The sun gleamed on the water.
  2. His eyes were gleaming with delight.

First Known Use of GLEAM

1508

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