- a flash or beam of light: the gleam of a lantern in the dark.
- a dim or subdued light.
- a brief or slight manifestation or occurrence; trace: a gleam of hope.
- to send forth a gleam or gleams.
- to appear suddenly and clearly like a flash of light.
- a small beam or glow of light, esp reflected light
- a brief or dim indication
- to send forth or reflect a beam of light
- to appear, esp briefly
