1. A light or signal used to guide ships or aircraft
The lighthouse beacon guided the ships safely through the fog.
O farol guiou os navios com segurança através da neblina.
2. A source of hope, inspiration, or guidance
She became a beacon of hope for the community.
Ela se tornou um farol de esperança para a comunidade.
3. A radio transmitter that sends out a signal for navigation or identification
The aircraft used the radio beacon to navigate through the storm.
A aeronave usou o farol de rádio para navegar pela tempestade.