Definition of bead

Scrabble & Words with friends points

• bead is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
• bead is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
• bead is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 8

Definition of bead

• a shape that is spherical and small (noun)

  Examples

  1. beads of sweat on his forehead

  Synonyms

  1. drop
  2. pearl
• a beaded molding for edging or decorating furniture (noun)

  Synonyms

  1. astragal
  2. beading
  3. beadwork
• a small ball with a hole through the middle (noun)
• decorate by sewing beads onto (verb)

  Examples

  1. bead the wedding gown
• form into beads, as of water or sweat, for example (verb)
• string together like beads (verb)

See definition of bead in Merriam Webster