Meaning of the word "high beams" in English

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high beams

US /ˈhaɪ biːmz/
UK /ˈhaɪ biːmz/
"high beams" picture

Plural Noun

1.

the brightest setting of a vehicle's headlights, used for maximum illumination of the road ahead, especially in rural or unlit areas

Example:
Remember to turn off your high beams when there's oncoming traffic.
He drove with his high beams on through the dark country road.
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