beadwork

noun

bead·​work ˈbēd-ˌwərk 

1

: ornamental work in beads

2

: joinery beading

Examples of beadwork in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

All over the black gown, beadwork was artfully organized along the dress’ frame to create another dimension to the shape of the gown and added a touch of sparkle to the dark look. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2026

Paper should never be submerged in water, and shades with beadwork, tassels, or other delicate embellishments may require special care. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2026

Evenings were spent listening to presentations by staff, such as an introduction to Dene beadwork and regalia; spotting wildlife including grizzly bears, moose, and caribou, then watching the setting sun light up the slopes of mighty Denali. — Karen Gardiner, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Nov. 2026

In the back rooms, Rana teaches mathematics for free, alongside women running secret lessons in English and computer skills under cover of sewing and beadwork. — Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1751, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for beadwork

• artwork
• berserk
• breastwork
• brickwork
• brushwork
• casework
• classwork
• clockwork
• coursework
• ductwork
• earthwork
• falsework

Kids Definition

beadwork

noun

bead·​work ˈbēd-ˌwərk 

: ornamental work made of beads