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BEM

1

[ sometimes bem ]

  1. (in especially pulp science fiction) bug-eyed monster: an extraterrestrial being, especially one having a grotesque appearance.


B.E.M.

2

abbreviation for

  1. Bachelor of Engineering of Mines.
  2. British Empire Medal.

BEM

abbreviation for

  1. British Empire Medal


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Word History and Origins

Origin of BEM1

First recorded in 1955–60

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Example Sentences

On February 4, Bem was defeated on the site of his former victory at Hermannstadt.

Bem barely succeeded in saving the remnant of his army by crossing the Moldavian frontier.

When Georgey capitulated, he had one hundred and thirty-eight guns, besides those in the hands of Kossuth and Bem.

Like their ancestors the Huns, they loved fighting, and were the best soldiers that Bem had in his army.

In the view of recent events, it may be worth while to recall to mind a few particulars of General Bem's campaign in Transylvania.

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