That which gives notice of danger, or keeps people on the correct path.
An electronic device that broadcasts a signal to nearby portable devices, enabling smartphones etc. to perform actions when in physical proximity to the beacon.
A signal fire to notify of the approach of an enemy, or to give any notice, commonly of warning.
A high hill or other easily distinguishable object near the shore which can serve as guidance for seafarers.
A signal or conspicuous mark erected on an eminence near the shore, or moored in shoal water, as a guide to mariners.
A post or buoy placed over a shoal or bank to warn vessels of danger; also a signal mark on land. (FM 55-501)
To furnish with a beacon or beacons.
To act as a beacon.
To give light to, as a beacon; to light up; to illumine.
That which is deceptive or untruthful (e.g. a falsehood, deception, untruth, or ruse).
A wrong or bad lead; a leading in the wrong direction.
To lead astray, in a false direction.
To deceptively trick into something wrong.
To deceive by telling lies or otherwise giving a false impression.
To accidentally or intentionally confuse.