beacon light

• 用于发出信号或警告的明亮、闪烁或旋转的灯光，通常安装在交通工具、塔楼或建筑物上，用以表示危险、方向或紧急情况。

A bright, flashing, or rotating light used as a signal or warning, typically on vehicles, towers, or buildings to indicate danger, guidance, or emergency.

1. Guiding or warning lightB2formal

   A bright, often flashing light used to guide ships, aircraft, or vehicles, or to warn of danger.

   信号灯

   • The lighthouse beacon light guided the ship safely to the harbor.
   • The beacon light on the tower flashes every ten seconds.
   • Emergency vehicles use a beacon light to warn other drivers.

2. Symbol of guidance or hopeC1formal

   A person or thing that serves as a guide or source of inspiration.

   指路明灯

   • Her courage was a beacon light for others in the community.
   • The organization acts as a beacon light of hope for the homeless.
   • His teachings became a beacon light for future generations.