beads Meaning, Definition & Usage

noun several beads threaded together on a string
string of beads.
noun a small ball with a hole through the middle
bead.
noun a shape that is spherical and small
bead; pearl; drop.
- he studied the shapes of low-viscosity drops
- beads of sweat on his forehead
noun a beaded molding for edging or decorating furniture
bead; beadwork; beading; astragal.
verb form into beads, as of water or sweat, for example
bead.
verb decorate by sewing beads onto
bead.
- bead the wedding gown
verb string together like beads
bead.