A pole (Hebrews to'ren) used as a standard or ensign set on the tops of mountains as a call to the people to assemble themselves for some great national purpose (Isaiah 30:17). In Isaiah 33:23 and Ezek. 27:5, the same word is rendered "mast." (see Banner.)

Noah Webster's New International Dictionary of the English Language

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

2. (n.) A signal or conspicuous mark erected on an eminence near the shore, or moored in shoal water, as a guide to mariners.

3. (n.) A high hill near the shore.

4. (n.) That which gives notice of danger.

5. (v. t.) To give light to, as a beacon; to light up; to illumine.

6. (v. t.) To furnish with a beacon or beacons.