Beaconing

/ˈbɛkənɪŋ/ verb, noun

Definition

The act of using or maintaining beacons; the present participle of beacon.

Etymology

From beacon + -ing (Old English gerund suffix). The -ing form allows the noun beacon to function as an active process.

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In modern technology, 'beaconing' has a whole new meaning—tiny Bluetooth devices called beacons now transmit signals in stores to send you targeted ads, turning an ancient navigation tool into a tracking device!

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