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(Entry 1 of 2)

the quantity of fluid that falls naturally in one rounded mass
  • squeeze a bead or two of glue onto the seam

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bead

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Synonyms & Antonyms of bead (Entry 2 of 2)

as in pearl, pellet

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The first known use of bead was before the 12th century

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“Bead.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bead. Accessed 20 Sep. 2020.

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