seam

/siːm/

Definitions

1. noun

A joint or line where two edges or parts are joined, especially in sewing or tailoring.

“The seam on the pants was starting to come apart.”

2. noun

A narrow line of coal or ore in a seam of rock.

“The miners worked deep in the coal seam for hours.”

3. verb

To join or mend something, especially with thread or yarn.

“She spent hours sewing the torn seam on the dress.”

4. verb

To fit or join together parts of something, especially with a seam or joint.

“The mechanic had to seam the pipes together.”

Synonyms

  • joint
  • lap
  • union

Antonyms

  • disjoint
  • split