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seamstress

/ˈsiːm(p).stɹɪs/

Meanings
  • A person who sews clothing, upholstery, or other fabric items.

    - "She is a seamstress who creates beautiful wedding gowns."
    - "He learned the art of seamstress from his grandmother and now runs his own tailoring shop."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with seamstress
dressmaker , pressmaster , embassador , commissioner , addressor
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,
  1. seamster

  2. seamster's assistant

  3. seamstress's assistant

  4. seamster's shop

  5. seamstress's shop


Variants
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seamstress , seamstresses
Forms
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seamstresses, seamstressing, seamstressing industry, professional seamstress, home seamstress, seamstress apprentice, seamstress training, seamstress education, seamstress certificate, seamstress diploma, seamstress degree


Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'seamstress' comes from the Old English word 'seam' meaning 'sewn' or 'joined together', and 'weaver' or 'weaveress' for the one who sews.


Related Concepts
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  1. textile industry: The textile industry is the industry involved in producing textiles such as fabrics, yarns, and threads. Seamstresses are an integral part of the textile industry, as they are responsible for sewing the fabric pieces together to create garments, upholstery, or other fabric items.

  2. clothing manufacturing: Clothing manufacturing is the process of producing clothing items from raw materials such as fabrics, yarns, and threads. Seamstresses play a vital role in clothing manufacturing, as they are responsible for sewing the fabric pieces together to create garments, upholstery, or other fabric items. Additionally, seamstresses may also be involved in the design and development process of clothing items, as they possess a deep understanding of fabric properties, sewing techniques, and garment construction.


Culture
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In various cultures, the seamstress holds a significant role. For instance, in traditional Chinese culture, the 'Lingzhi' mushroom, which is believed to have powerful medicinal properties, is often referred to as the 'Seamstress' of the Herbal Kingdom. Similarly, in the traditional Japanese culture, the 'Nurse' or 'Seamstress' is considered to be a sacred figure, responsible for not only healing the sick but also protecting the spiritual health of her community.

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