beading

noun

bead·​ing ˈbē-diŋ 

1

: a beaded molding

2

: material or a part or a piece consisting of a bead

3

: an openwork trimming

4

: beadwork

Examples of beading in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The rapper wore a sequined tiger print gown courtesy of Roberto Cavalli’s spring 2025 collection, which featured allover ornate beading and voluminous feathers on the skirt. —Julia Teti, WWD, 10 Feb. 2025

Protection of Embellished and Textured Fabrics Garments with embroidery, beading, sequins, or patches can be damaged in the washer if the embellishments snag on a button or snap. —Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2025

Chapman wore a strapless gown with a contrasting corset lined with intricate beading at the top. —Angel Saunders, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025

Sheer fabrics and handicraft detailing abound in the most recent collections from Chloé, Valentino, Fendi, and Armani, which went heavy on beading and embroidery. —Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

beading

noun

bead·​ing

ˈbēd-iŋ

: beadwork

Medical Definition

beading

noun

bead·​ing ˈbēd-iŋ 

: the beadlike nodules occurring in rickets at the junction of the ribs with their cartilages

called also rachitic rosary, rosary