bead

(noun) a small ball with a hole through the middle.

(noun) a shape that is spherical and small. Synonyms: drop, pearl. Examples: "He studied the shapes of low-viscosity drops." "Beads of sweat on his forehead."

(noun) a beaded molding for edging or decorating furniture. Synonyms: beading, beadwork, astragal.

(verb) form into beads, as of water or sweat, for example.

(verb) decorate by sewing beads onto. Example: "Bead the wedding gown."

(verb) string together like beads.