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beaded

American  
[bee-did] / ˈbi dɪd /

adjective

  1. ornamented with or largely composed of beads.

    a beaded handbag.


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Etymology

Origin of beaded

First recorded in 1570–80; bead + -ed 3

Example Sentences

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This time around, she arrived in a sculptural silver gown from Maison Margiela with an intricately beaded bodice and an Art Deco-style headpiece.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

She brings over a beaded, floral skirt she got as a teenager from Mexico in the 1950s.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 9, 2025

Popular styles include corseted bodices, high slits, feathered trains, detachable capes and beaded sleeves.

From BBC • Aug. 22, 2025

Thomas bought this versatile, metallic beaded, three-layered necklace over a year ago, marking the start of her boho era, an amalgamation of everything she loves: eclectic accessories, natural textures, and a free-spirited ethos.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 14, 2025

Fishtail’s square bag was beaded all over in swirls of green vines, leaves, and glowing crimson flowers that popped out vividly against the white beads of the background.

From "The Birchbark House" by Louise Erdrich

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