Seamless came into the English language in the fifteenth century with a fairly literal meaning: “having no seams” (seam itself signifying “the joining of two pieces (as of cloth or leather) by sewing usually near the edge”). Throughout much of the word’s early history, expecially in the seventeenth century, it was employed by writers to refer to the “seamless coat (or garment)" of Jesus Christ. In modern use, the word usually has the figurative sense “without flaws” or "without interruption" rather than “without seams.”
The transitions from scene to scene were seamless.
a seamless transfer of power
Recent Examples on the WebSmooth transition: Plan how to transition your responsibilities to ensure a seamless handoff.—Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 14 May 2024 Villa hosts are standing by via text to bring treats, arrange island excursions such as spearfishing and sunset sailing, and keep everything as easy and seamless as possible.—Anne Olivia Bauso, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for seamless
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