bead

noun
[L16137]

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • singular : bead
  • plural : beads

Senses

  • small decorative object with drilled hole
  • woodworking decorative treatment applied to various elements of wooden furniture, boxes and other items

bead

verb
[L16138]

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • simple present : bead
  • simple present, singular, third person : beads
  • simple past : beaded
  • present participle : beading
  • past participle : beaded

Senses

  • form droplets
  • form into beads (as a substance)
  • apply beads to