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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At their steepest discount, these leggings are up to 50% off depending on color, size, and inseam measurement. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Mar. 2025 This Levi’s option offers a mid-rise fit and is available in short, medium, and long inseams. Jennifer Maldonado, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025 Regardless of your height, these Spanx leggings are available in regular, petite, and tall inseams, with nearly a full range of sizes. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2025 The front rise is 10 inches and the back rise is 14 inches, with an inseam range of 28-32 inches. Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2025 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.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inseam. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.

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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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