Seams: meaning, definitions and examples

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seams

[ siːm ]

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sewing

To join or attach with a seam; to make a seam in by sewing.

Synonyms

attach, join, stitch

Examples of usage

The tailor seamed the fabric together.
She seamed the edges of the curtains.
We need to seam the pieces of the dress before sewing them together.

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sewing

A line where two pieces of fabric are sewn together in a garment or other article.

Synonyms

join, line, stitching

Examples of usage

The seams on this dress are very neat.
Be careful not to stretch the fabric while sewing the seam.
The seam on the pillowcase came undone.

Translations

Translations of the word "seams" in other languages:

🇵🇹 costuras

🇮🇳 सीवन

🇩🇪 Nähte

🇮🇩 jahitan

🇺🇦 шви

🇵🇱 szwy

🇯🇵 縫い目

🇫🇷 coutures

🇪🇸 costuras

🇹🇷 dikişler

🇰🇷 솔기

🇸🇦 خياطة

🇨🇿 švy

🇸🇰 švy

🇨🇳 缝线

🇸🇮 šivi

🇮🇸 saumar

🇰🇿 тігістер

🇬🇪 კერვა

🇦🇿 tikişlər

🇲🇽 costuras

Word origin

The word "seam" originated from the Old English word "seam," which meant a joining or junction. It has been used in the context of sewing for centuries, referring to the line where two pieces of fabric are sewn together. Seams are essential in garment construction, providing structure and durability to the finished product. Over time, the term has expanded to be used metaphorically in various contexts, such as describing the joining of two ideas or concepts.

See also: seamlessly, seamster, seamstress.