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beading

/ˈbiːdɪŋ/

Meanings
  • Noun

    The art of decorating objects, clothing, or other surfaces with small beads, often using a thread or cord to string them.

    - "She spent hours beading a beautiful necklace."
    - "The Native American tribe was known for their intricate beading techniques."

Variants
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beading , beadings , bead , beaded , beader , beaders , beads
Etymology
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From Old English 'bede' meaning 'prayer' or 'supplication', possibly due to the repetitive and meticulous nature of beading.


Trivia
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  1. Beading was one of the most common forms of decoration among ancient Egyptians.

  2. The Guinness World Record for the largest beaded item is a 12,184-foot-long beaded curtain.

  3. Beads have been used for currency, as well as for decorative purposes, throughout history.


Related Concepts
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  1. Beadwork: The process or product of creating decorative designs using beads.

  2. Beading needle: A type of needle specifically designed for beading.


Culture
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Beading has been practiced for thousands of years and is found in various cultures around the world. It has been used for decorative purposes, as well as for religious and spiritual practices.

How to Memorize "beading"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a long thread with beads strung on it, being carefully added one by one.
    - Visualize the different colors and shapes of beads used in beading.

  2. associate

    - Associate beading with creativity and craftsmanship.
    - Remember that beading requires patience and attention to detail.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym B.E.A.D. to remember the steps in beading: Bead, thread, Attach, and Decorate.
    - Visualize the word 'beading' as 'beads-on-a-string' to help remember its meaning.


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