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 WebThe bolder colors like watermelon, raspberry, and kiwi are seamless ways to add some personality to the refined look.—Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2024 The in-flight experience for dogs Before Bark Air’s official maiden voyage on Thursday, the airline offered several test flights to ensure the booking, boarding, and in-flight experience was seamless for dogs and their human companions.—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 24 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for seamless
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