abeam

Meanings

Adverb

• On the beam; at a right angle to the centerline or keel of a vessel or aircraft; being at a bearing approximately 090 Degrees or 270 Degrees relative.
• Alongside or abreast; opposite the center of the side of the ship or aircraft.

Adjective

• Alongside or abreast; opposite the center of the side of the ship or aircraft.
• Beaming, shining (especially with reference to a person's face or eyes).

Origin

• a- + beam
• a- + beam