beading

noun — 4 senses

beading

noun

/ˈbiːdɪŋ/

1

Architecture A decorative, ornamental molding often used to conceal a joint.

2

beadwork

3

The beads or bead-forming quality of certain liquors.

  • the beading of a brand of whisky
4

A Samburu ceremony in which a father gives a necklace to his daughter.

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