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beaded

American  
[bee-did] / ˈbi dɪd /

adjective

  1. ornamented with or largely composed of beads.

    a beaded handbag.

Other Word Forms

  • unbeaded adjective

Etymology

Origin of beaded

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

Example Sentences

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We had waterproof jackets on, so the water beaded off.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2025

Kelce had also talked about making her a beaded friendship bracelet, which were popular during the Eras Tour, and said he wanted to give her his phone number.

From BBC • Aug. 26, 2025

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

From BBC • Aug. 22, 2025

The black-and-white image seemingly channels Marilyn Monroe as the singer, dressed in an elegant beaded gown, leans against a man in a suit.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2025

His face was red and beaded with sweat.

From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez

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