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

In photos published by Vogue, Taylor could be seen dancing the night away in a totally sheer lace strapless black dress covered in intricate beadwork. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 18 Aug. 2026

Those collabs have also combined your beadwork with graphic design—on totes, socks, and blankets. — Kelly Ryan Kegans, Midwest Living, 8 Aug. 2026

During a stay, guests can walk through the property’s jungle trails, kayak on the water, learn about the reserve's nocturnal wildlife with the resident biologist, or make beadwork with a Wixárika artisan. — Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026

The embroidery, beadwork and detailing that define PatBO’s collections require patience, skill and experience. — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 11 June 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