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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There are six monochrome colors to choose from, and the good news for shoppers who find that their pants tend to run too short or too long is that each colorway has the option to choose between a 31- or 29-inch inseam. Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 4 Jan. 2025 The comfy option comes with side pockets, a cinch-to-fit waist, relaxed cuffs, and a 30-inch inseam. Miles Walls, People.com, 20 Oct. 2024 Available in sizes ranging from XS to 3XL with regular, petite, and tall inseam options, this versatile piece will feel just like wearing pajamas in public while leaving you well-dressed and stylish. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2024 Ace Rivington’s denim assortment spans 16 styles and wash options and four different inseams. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 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 18 Jan. 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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