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seamster

noun

ˈsēm(p)-stər

Definition of seamster

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 The difference, while unnoticeable to the untrained eye, was a detail the seamster wanted to get right. — Cassandra Jaramillo, Dallas News, 2 Feb. 2021

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Noun

The cropped length is especially helpful for petite travelers who’d rather spend vacation exploring than searching for a tailor.

— Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026
Many stylists will tell you that the secret to a great pair of jeans is a trip to the tailor, but one brand begs to differ.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 9 July 2026

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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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