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beaded

American

[bee-did] / ˈbi dɪd /

adjective

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

He 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. 13, 2025

Resplendent video projections by Tal Rosner appear on beaded curtains that surround a circular space in the middle of the stage where most of the action takes place.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2025

It must have rained, for the glass was beaded with moisture, and water licked the brim of the leak bucket in the corner.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros

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