Attributive use: placed before another noun to indicate that the object is made of, decorated with, or resembles beads (e.g., bead curtain, bead necklace).

Definitionen

beadsubstantiv

A small, typically round piece of material, such as glass, plastic, or wood, that is pierced for stringing or threading.

She wore a necklace made of colorful beads.

A small drop of liquid.

Beads of sweat formed on his forehead as he ran.

A decorative or functional element in a piece of jewelry or clothing.

The dress was adorned with intricate beadwork along the hem.

A small, round object used in various games or counting systems.

The abacus uses beads to help with calculations.

A small ridge or line of solder, weld, sealant, or similar material applied along a joint or surface.

Apply a bead of silicone along the edge of the sink.

The small front sight on a firearm, used for aiming.

He focused the bead of the rifle on the distant target.

beadverb

To form into a bead or beads.

She beaded the necklace with colorful stones.

To decorate or cover with beads.

The dress was beaded with intricate patterns.

To string together like beads.

He beaded the shells to make a bracelet.

To form drops or beads, as of moisture.

The rain beaded on the surface of the car.

beadadjektiv

Made of, decorated with, or resembling beads; relating to beads.

They installed a bead curtain to separate the rooms.