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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The stretchy waistband and adjustable drawstring on this pair are convenient and comfortable—plus, there are two inseam lengths (short and regular) to choose from. Jordan Galloway, SELF, 26 Oct. 2024 Each pair of trousers comes with a tailor’s tape sewn into the pant leg to help customers determine the right inseam length. Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 24 Oct. 2024 Even better, the pants come in three inseams in sizes XS through XXL. Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 19 Sep. 2024 Choose between a three-inch inseam for a boy-shorts fit (listed above) or a five-inch inseam for a bit more length. Kristine Thomason, Glamour, 3 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for inseam 

Word History

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 22 Nov. 2024.

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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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