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i-beam

Noun

1. A beam or girder shaped like the letter "I" with the top and bottom flanges wider than the vertical web, used in construction to support structures like bridges and buildings.

Example sentence: The construction crew installed several i-beams to reinforce the foundation of the new skyscraper.

Noun

2. A thin, flat, and rigid section of a computer mouse or other pointing device that is moved across a surface to control the cursor on a computer screen.

Example sentence: The optical mouse uses an i-beam to track the movement of the user's hand.

Adjective

1. Relating to or characteristic of a popular trend or widely accepted by the general public.

Example sentence: The latest fashion collection features i-beam patterns that have become very popular among young people.

Adjective

2. Pertaining to or specific to a particular locality or region.

Example sentence: The restaurant serves i-beam dishes that are unique and can only be found in this region.

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