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laser
Noun
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A laser is a device that emits light through a process of optical amplification based on the stimulated emission of electromagnetic radiation.
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The term laser originated as an acronym for "light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation".
beam
Noun
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A beam is a line of light or energy.
A beam of sunlight came through the window making a rectangle on the floor.
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A beam is a long straight piece of wood or metal used in building to support weight.
Inside, the ceiling of the tunnel was held up with beams and was high enough that we could stand.
beam
Verb
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If you beam a signal from one place to another, you send it through the air.
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If you beam, you smile and look very happy.
position
Noun
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The position of something is the place where the thing is.
The position of the table is two metres from the wall.
You're in my way. Please move to a different position.
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A post of employment; a job.
position
Verb
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If you position something somewhere, you put or move it there.
The players positioned themselves on the field.
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If you position something in a situation, you make changes so that it can work in that situation.
The company is now well positioned to take advantage of popularity of online music.
adjusting
noun
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Adjustment.