noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The seam of a trouser up the inside of the leg.

Verb

1. 1
   To fit (trousers) with an inseam. transitive
2. 2
   To impress or mark with a seam or cicatrix. transitive

   "Deep o'er his knee inseam'd, remain'd the scar"

Example

More examples

"Deep o'er his knee inseam'd, remain'd the scar"

Etymology

From in- + seam.

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