5 letter words starting with BEAD

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. small, often round, objects made of glass, wood, or plastic, that are used for decoration or for counting

2. a rosary or string of prayer beads

Pronunciations:

US: /biːdz/

UK: /biːdz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "beads" originated from the Old English word "bede" which means a prayer or prayer bead. It has been used since the 14th century to refer to small, often round, objects made of glass, wood, or plastic that are used for decoration or for counting. Beads are commonly used in jewelry making, as well as in religious practices such as rosaries.

Synonyms:

Ornament, decoration, jewel, trinket, bauble

Related Words:

Beady, board, broad, blade, blend

Example Sentences:

1. She strung the beads together to make a necklace.

2. He counted the beads on the rosary as he prayed.

3. The bracelet was adorned with colorful beads.

4. She gave her daughter a set of beads to play with.

5. He found a bead of sweat on his forehead after the workout.

beady

Part of Speech: adjective

Definition: small and round, often used to describe eyes that are small and bright

Pronunciation (US): /ˈbiːdi/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈbiːdi/

Origin and Usage: The word "beady" dates back to the early 18th century and originally meant "resembling beads." It comes from the word "bead," which means a small, round object. Today, "beady" is most commonly used to describe eyes that are small, bright, and sharp.

Synonyms: bright, sharp, twinkling, glittering, sparkling

Related Words: bead, braid, bread, broad, blade

Example Sentences:

• She looked at him with her beady eyes and said, "I don trust you."
• The birds beady eyes glinted in the sunlight.
• The old man had a beady gaze that made her feel uncomfortable.