Meaning of the word gusset in English

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gusset

US /ˈɡʌs.ɪt/

UK /ˈɡʌs.ɪt/

a piece of material sewn into a garment to strengthen or enlarge a part of it, such as the crotch of a pair of trousers or the underarm of a sleeve

Example:

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The tailor added a gusset to the sleeve for more movement.

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Many activewear garments feature a crotch gusset for comfort and durability.

Synonym:

insert panel wedge

to provide (a garment or other item) with a gusset

Example:

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She decided to gusset the shoulders of the jacket to allow for more arm movement.

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The pattern instructs you to gusset the side seams of the bag.

Synonym:

insert panel wedge