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Meaning of the word seam in English

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seam

US /siːm/
UK /siːm/
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Noun

1.

a line where two pieces of fabric are sewn together in a garment or other item

Example:
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The dress had a delicate seam down the back.
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Check the seams of the tent for any leaks.
Synonym:
stitchjointsuturejunctureline
2.

an underlying layer or stratum, especially of coal or ore

Example:
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Miners discovered a rich seam of gold.
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The coal seam ran deep beneath the surface.
Synonym:
layerveinstratumdepositlode

Verb

1.

to join with a seam; to sew together

Example:
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She carefully seamed the two pieces of fabric.
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The tailor will seam the edges of the curtain.
Synonym:
stitchjoinuniteconnectfasten
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