Word Noun
seamstress
n.
countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈsimstɹɪs/ UK /sˈiːmstɹəs/ seam·stress UK spelling seamstresses
Definition
n.a woman who makes or repairs clothes by hand or with a sewing machine. You often see this word in stories or when talking about high-quality fashion.
n.a female professional who makes or repairs garments, typically by hand or using a sewing machine. Often used in literary or historical contexts to distinguish from a male tailor.
Examples
“The seamstress fixed the torn hem on my dress.”
“She spent the afternoon at the local seamstress to have her wedding gown altered for a perfect fit.”
“In an era of mass production, the local seamstress remains a vital link to a time when every stitch was a testament to individual craftsmanship and attention to detail.”
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
Updated