beadwork

noun

bead·​work ˈbēd-ˌwərk 

1

: ornamental work in beads

2

: joinery beading

Examples of beadwork in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Last year, Queen Tahj made history as the first artist to design an NFL Super Bowl logo, using traditional beadwork to bring this centuries-old craft to millions of new eyes. —Harriet Shepherd, Vogue, 5 Mar. 2025

The beadwork and design features of each suit are intentionally placed to convey a unique visual story that reflects a common historical thread. —Martie Bowser, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025

From her childhood sewing machine and early college sketches, to up-close looks at the Malcolm X zoot suits and Turkana-tribe inspired beadwork for Black Panther, the result was a comprehensive, full-circle story. —Essence, 4 Mar. 2025

The New Orleans artist's intricate beadwork honors centuries of Black Masking tradition while making NFL history. —Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 8 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1751, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for beadwork

• artwork
• berserk
• breastwork
• brickwork
• brushwork
• casework
• classwork
• clockwork
• coursework
• ductwork
• earthwork
• falsework

Kids Definition

beadwork

noun

bead·​work ˈbēd-ˌwərk 

: ornamental work made of beads