beacon in Russian

A signal fire to notify of the approach of an enemy, or to give any notice, commonly of warning.

(nautical) A signal, buoy, post, or other conspicuous mark erected on an eminence near the shore, or moored in shoal water, as a guide to mariners, particularly to warn vessels of danger.

(nautical) A signal, buoy, post, or other conspicuous mark erected on an eminence near the shore, or moored in shoal water, as a guide to mariners, particularly to warn vessels of danger.

(figurative) That which gives notice of danger, hope, etc., or keeps people on the correct path; a source of inspiration.