1. plural of seam; lines where two pieces of fabric, material, or surfaces are joined together
2. plural of seam; thin layers or veins of coal, ore, or other minerals in rock
Usage: geology; mining

1. third person singular present of seam; joins or marks with seams

Examples

• The seams on her dress were perfectly straight.
• Check the seams of the tent before camping.
• The miners discovered rich coal seams underground.
• Water leaked through the seams in the roof.
• She seams the fabric pieces together carefully.
• The tailor seams each garment by hand.
• The seams of the old jacket were coming apart.