Definition of seamsternext
as in tailor
a person who sews a talented seamster who dreams of launching his own clothing line

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Recent Examples of seamster Industrial jigsaws slice stacks of denim into precise panels, which nearby seamsters then stitch into jeans, skirts, and jackets. — Charlie Campbell, Time, 20 Oct. 2026 The difference, while unnoticeable to the untrained eye, was a detail the seamster wanted to get right. — Cassandra Jaramillo, Dallas News, 2 Feb. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seamster
Noun
  • Me+Em joins brands including Burberry, Savile Row tailor Gieves & Hawkes and accessories maker Anya Hindmarch on the elite list of Royal Warrant holders.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026
  • The findings suggest that genomic testing could help tailor treatment, according to the researcher.
    — Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • And in the future, Mimi’s hopes to partner with neighboring small businesses, hold classes for more advanced stitchers and even throw Bachelor watch parties.
    — Julianna Chen, Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
  • At the game in June, the Mets provided the group with event space where the knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, needle pointers, sewers and embroiderers could connect with each other.
    — Rebecca Tauber, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2026

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“Seamster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seamster. Accessed 29 Oct. 2026.

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