Definition of seam
1a : the joining of two pieces (as of cloth or leather) by sewing usually near the edgeb : the stitching used in such a joining
2 : the space between adjacent planks or strakes of a ship
3a : a line, groove, or ridge formed by the abutment of edgesb : a thin layer or stratum (as of rock) between distinctive layers; also : a bed of valuable mineral and especially coal irrespective of thicknessc : a line left by a cut or wound; also : wrinkle
4 : a weak or vulnerable area or gap found a seam in the zone defense
at the seams
: entirely, completely falling apart at the seams
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Examples of seam in a Sentence
the seams of a dress
the seams of a boat
a rich seam of iron ore
Origin and Etymology of seam
Middle English seem, from Old English sēam; akin to Old English sīwian to sew — more at sew
First Known Use: before 12th century
seam
Definition of seam
transitive verb
1a : to join by sewingb : to join as if by sewing (as by welding, riveting, or heat-sealing)
2 : to mark with lines suggesting seams
intransitive verb
: to become fissured or ridgy
seamer
nounExamples of seam in a Sentence
in fencing circles it is a mark of honor to have one's face seamed with saber cuts
1582
First Known Use of seam
1582
SEAM Defined for English Language Learners
seam
playDefinition of seam for English Language Learners
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: a line where two pieces of cloth or other material are sewn together
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: a line where two pieces of wood, metal, dough, etc., are joined together
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: a layer of coal, rock, etc., that is between two other layers of rock underground
SEAM Defined for Kids
seam
playDefinition of seam for Students
1 : the fold, line, or groove made by sewing together or joining two edges or two pieces of material
2 : a layer in the ground of a mineral or metal
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