BEM

[ sometimes bem ]

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

Origin of BEM

1
First recorded in 1955–60

Other definitions for B.E.M. (2 of 2)

B.E.M.

abbreviation
  1. Bachelor of Engineering of Mines.

  2. British Empire Medal.

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British Dictionary definitions for BEM

BEM

abbreviation for
  1. British Empire Medal

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