seam

US /siːm/
UK /siːm/
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1.

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

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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.
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stitchjointsuturejunctureline
2.

an underlying layer or stratum, especially of coal or ore

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Miners discovered a rich seam of gold.
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The coal seam ran deep beneath the surface.
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layerveinstratumdepositlode
1.

to join with a seam; to sew together

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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.
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stitchjoinuniteconnectfasten
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burst at the seams