seamless

adjective

seam·​less ˈsēm-ləs How to pronounce seamless (audio)
Synonyms of seamlessnext
1
: having no seams
2
a
: having no awkward transitions, interruptions, or indications of disparity
… a seamless fusion of beauty and intelligence.Jack Kroll et al.
b
: perfect, flawless
a seamless performance
seamlessly adverb
seamlessness noun

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Figurative Meanings of Seamless

Seamless came into the English language in the fifteenth century with a fairly literal meaning: “having no seams” (seam itself signifying “the joining of two pieces (as of cloth or leather) by sewing usually near the edge”). Throughout much of the word’s early history, expecially in the seventeenth century, it was employed by writers to refer to the “seamless coat (or garment)" of Jesus Christ. In modern use, the word usually has the figurative sense “without flaws” or "without interruption" rather than “without seams.”

Examples of seamless in a Sentence

The transitions from scene to scene were seamless. a seamless transfer of power
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As any frequent flyer knows, air travel is rarely seamless. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 26 Feb. 2026 In other images for the campaign, Sweeney posed in a seamless tank and underwear set, in nude, white, and black colorways, respectively. Lara Walsh, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026 They’re also known for their MedallionClass feature, smart tech that enables a mostly seamless on board experience. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026 Crafted with premium cast-iron and finished with an enamel coating, the Dutch oven delivers stellar heat distribution and retention, all while providing a slick interior that prevents food from sticking to the bottom and allows for seamless cleanup. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for seamless

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of seamless was in the 15th century

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“Seamless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seamless. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.

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