A string of beads is an item composed of a number of small beads threaded on a string. It can be used for various purposes, such as jewelry, prayer, or meditation. The two crossword solutions for the term 'string of beads' are CHAPLET (7 letters) and ROSARY (6 letters). A CHAPLET is a type of string of beads that is used in prayer or devotion, while a ROSARY is a type of string of beads that is used in Catholic prayer and meditation.