as in tailor
a person who sews
a talented seamster who dreams of launching his own clothing line
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Recent Examples of seamster
The difference, while unnoticeable to the untrained eye, was a detail the seamster wanted to get right.
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Cassandra Jaramillo, Dallas News, 2 Feb. 2021
Gilbert Baker is the seamster responsible for creating the most enduring symbol of the LGBTQ rights movement: the rainbow flag.
—Tim Fitzsimons, NBC News, 3 June 2019
Cassandra Jaramillo, Dallas News, 2 Feb. 2021
Gilbert Baker is the seamster responsible for creating the most enduring symbol of the LGBTQ rights movement: the rainbow flag.
—Tim Fitzsimons, NBC News, 3 June 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seamster
Noun
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Many major companies prioritize and tailor networks specifically for first responders — including law enforcement, firefighters and paramedics.—
Ayana Archie,
NPR,
4 June 2026
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The neighborhood, once known only to locals, has small tailor shops, warehouses, and wholesale businesses.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
Noun
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Part of the process, called Biological Nutrient Removal, uses bacteria to remove 99% of the ammonia from the sewer water.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
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Locals wanted to know if — and if so, who — could have possibly investigated in the sewer systems after the calls.—
Amethyst Martinez,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
Noun
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And in the future, Mimi’s hopes to partner with neighboring small businesses, hold classes for more advanced stitchers and even throw Bachelor watch parties.—
Julianna Chen,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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At the game in June, the Mets provided the group with event space where the knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, needle pointers, sewers and embroiderers could connect with each other.—
Rebecca Tauber,
New York Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Seamster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seamster. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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