beading

American  

[bee-ding] / ˈbi dɪŋ /

noun

1. material composed of or adorned with beads.

2. narrow, lacelike trimming or edging.

3. narrow openwork trimming through which ribbon may be run.

4. Architecture, Furniture.

   1. a bead molding.

   2. all of the bead moldings in a single design.

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beading British  

/ ˈbiːdɪŋ /

noun

1. another name for bead

2. Also called: beadwork.  a narrow strip of some material used for edging or ornamentation

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Etymology

Origin of beading

First recorded in 1855–60; bead + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

For the first time Gibson collaborated with other Indigenous artists, who specialized in beading, drum-making and silver engraving.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2025

Heshima winces in pain as he tries to shift his weight, sweat beading on his face.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2025

“Axon morphology in living animals is under constant and dynamic change,” says neuroscientist Tong Wang from ShanghaiTech University, who has studied beading in diseased neurons.

From Science Magazine • Dec. 2, 2024

Entering the pavilion, the beaded bodices of sculptures in human form are emblazoned with dates of U.S. legislation that promised equity, the beading cascading into colorful fringe.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2024

Two tuxedos, complete with shoes, and a beautiful rose silk dress with beading on its neck and hemline.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen