Definition

To take apart the stitches or seams of a piece of fabric or clothing.

Example

The tailor had to unseam the dress to make it fit better.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I need to unseam this old jacket for a project.

That sounds interesting! What are you making?

I'm turning it into a bag, but first I have to unseam it properly.

Cool! I can't wait to see how it turns out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unseam → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "seam" (from Old English "seam", meaning a line of stitching). The word "unseam" means to undo or separate the stitching, effectively meaning to take apart something that has been sewn together.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') and a 'line of stitching' ('seam') — this helps you remember that 'unseam' means to take apart the stitches.

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