beads
Pronunciation: [biːdz]
Word
Context: "crafts"
(noun) small, often round objects made from various materials. Beads are used for making jewelry, art, and decorations. You can string them together to create pretty designs.
Example
She made a beautiful bracelet using colorful beads.
Example
He didn’t like the necklace because it was missing a few beads.
Example
What colors of beads do you want to use for the art project?
Context: "measurement"
(noun) tiny balls of any kind or size that are used in counting or measuring. In some cases, beads can be used to count things, like on an abacus.
Example
The teacher used beads to help the students learn how to add.
Example
They couldn't use the beads for counting because they were too big.
Example
How many beads did you need to use for your math exercise?
Context: "appearance"
(verb) to form small drops or drops that look like beads. This usually happens with liquids on certain surfaces.
Example
The water beaded on the leaf after the rain.
Example
The oil did not bead on the water; it spread out instead.
Example
What happens when you pour water on a smooth surface—does it bead up?
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