adverb in a direction at right angles to the length of a ship or aircraft
preposition in a direction at right angles to the length of a ship or aircraft
In astronomy, 'abeam' is used to describe the position of a celestial body when it is at a right angle to an observer's line of sight.
In the field of maritime navigation, 'abeam' refers to a direction perpendicular to the ship's length, often used in giving or receiving signals.
In aviation, 'abeam' is used to describe a position of an aircraft when it is at a right angle to the line of sight.
In nautical writing, 'abeam' is used to describe a direction that is perpendicular to the length of a ship or aircraft.
Pilots use 'abeam' to indicate a position of an object or point that is at a right angle to the aircraft's direction of travel.
Marine biologists may use 'abeam' to describe the location of a research vessel in relation to a specific point of interest in the ocean.