beading

(noun) ornamentation with beads. Synonyms: beadwork.

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

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

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

(verb) string together like beads. Synonyms: bead.