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1
: a usually diamond-shaped or triangular insert in a seam (as of a sleeve, pocketbook, or shoe upper) to provide expansion or reinforcement
2
: a plate or bracket for strengthening an angle in framework (as in a building or bridge)
gusset
transitive verb
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The gusset is wide enough for wearing pads postpartum, too.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
The edges of the gussets are also piped to prevent rips and provide long-term durability.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 24 Jan. 2026
Fabric: Polyamide, elastane, cotton | Cut: Low-rise, bikini | Size: S–XXL
The boy short category of underwear is sort of a cross between a cheeky style and a bikini style with a wider gusset, but there can be quite a bit of variation in the category.
—Abby Morgan Lebet, InStyle, 22 Jan. 2026
The structured leather tote featured double top handles, side zip gussets and gold hardware.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 13 Jan. 2026
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
The edges of the gussets are also piped to prevent rips and provide long-term durability.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 24 Jan. 2026
Fabric: Polyamide, elastane, cotton | Cut: Low-rise, bikini | Size: S–XXL
The boy short category of underwear is sort of a cross between a cheeky style and a bikini style with a wider gusset, but there can be quite a bit of variation in the category.
—Abby Morgan Lebet, InStyle, 22 Jan. 2026
The structured leather tote featured double top handles, side zip gussets and gold hardware.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 13 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for gusset
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“Gusset.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gusset. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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gusset
noun
gus·set
ˈgəs-ət 
: a usually triangular or diamond-shaped insert (as on a bridge) to give width or strength
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