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beam vs cathode ray

cathode ray vs beam

beam and cathode ray both are nouns.

beam is a verb but cathode ray is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
beam Yes No Yes No
cathode ray Yes No No No
As nouns, cathode ray is a hyponym of beam; that is, cathode ray is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than beam:
  • beam: a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation
  • cathode ray: a beam of electrons emitted by the cathode of an electrical discharge tube
Other hyponyms of beam include particle beam.
beam (noun) cathode ray (noun)
long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction a beam of electrons emitted by the cathode of an electrical discharge tube
a gymnastic apparatus used by women gymnasts
the broad side of a ship
(nautical) breadth amidships
a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather
a column of light (as from a beacon)
a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation
beam (verb) cathode ray (verb)
smile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression
broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television
express with a beaming face or smile
experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion
have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink
emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light
Difference between beam and cathode ray

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