seamstress

noun

seam·​stress ˈsēm(p)-strəs How to pronounce seamstress (audio)
 also  ˈsem(p)-
: a woman whose occupation is sewing

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Nothing felt more inspiring than being the family seamstress to dress them all, bride, groom, mother of the bride, adorable daughters of the groom. Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 2 July 2025 His agents are arresting dishwashers, gardeners, day laborers and seamstresses – That’s just weakness. Bay Area News Group, Mercury News, 11 June 2025 Zara, a skilled seamstress in Lahore, often called the heart of Pakistan, creates intricate wedding garments that are in high demand throughout her community. Murtaza Ali, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025 Custom Clothiers Christopher Brackenridge and Milton Latrell Two sons of seamstresses help men look their best at Agriculture, a boutique in Chicago. Tariro Mzezewa, New York Times, 2 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for seamstress

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of seamstress was in 1598

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“Seamstress.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seamstress. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.

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seamstress

noun
seam·​stress ˈsēm(p)-strəs How to pronounce seamstress (audio)
: a woman who sews especially for a living

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