2. (n.) A signal or conspicuous mark erected on an eminence near the shore, or moored in shoal water, as a guide to mariners.
3. (n.) A high hill near the shore.
4. (n.) That which gives notice of danger.
5. (v. t.) To give light to, as a beacon; to light up; to illumine.
6. (v. t.) To furnish with a beacon or beacons.
