Definition of gleam
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: a transient appearance of subdued or partly obscured light
the gleam of dawn in the east
b(1)
: a small bright light
the gleam of a match
(2)
: glint
a gleam in his eyes
2
: a brief or faint appearance
a gleam of hope
gleam
verb
gleamed; gleaming; gleams
Definition of gleam (Entry 2 of 2)
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
: to cause to gleam
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The first known use of gleam was in the 15th century
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