inseam

noun

in·​seam ˈin-ˌsēm How to pronounce inseam (audio)
: the seam on the inside of the leg of a pair of pants
also : the length of this seam

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Plus, because most wide-legs have longer inseams, a low heel prevents them from dragging on the ground. — Eva Thomas, InStyle, 17 Oct. 2026 Citizens of Humanity Citizens of Humanity launched some of its most popular men’s styles with a 30-inch inseam. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 The classic style is available in petite, regular, and tall inseams to save you a trip to the tailor. — Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2026 The good news is that Amazon has plenty of styles cut just right for petite shoppers, including denim with shorter inseams, cozy cardigans that look made for you, and trench-style jackets perfect for cooler temperatures. — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inseam

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First Known Use

1886, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of inseam was in 1886

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inseam

noun
in·​seam ˈin-ˌsēm How to pronounce inseam (audio)
: the seam on the inside of the leg of a pair of pants
also : the length of this seam
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