full beam

noun

British

: the setting of a vehicle's headlights that makes the brightest light : high beam

The car's headlights were on full beam.

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Ice Bear's five spacious cabins accommodate 10 guests, with a full beam main deck master suite embracing a study, seating area, and generous windows. —

Kathleen Turner, Forbes, 21 Sep. 2024 The exterior decks are nothing to sneeze at, either, with a Jacuzzi on the sundeck, a beach club at the stern that spans the full beam, and a plush lounge in the foredeck. —

Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2024 Below decks are two staterooms—both full beam and each with a head and separate shower. —

Howard Walker, Robb Report, 18 Jan. 2024 Another notable exterior feature is the flybridge, which feels enormous thanks to its full beam. —

Christopher King, Robb Report, 2 Jan. 2024 At the summit, grin on full beam, there’s just one thing to do: Turn around and do it all again. —

Robin Swithinbank, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2023