seam

simple noun12 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.6

A layer of coal within the ground.

A seam containing a large amount of a valuable substance; also used figuratively.

A thin layer or seam of a substance.

often figurative; to be completely full.

often figurative; to lose effectiveness or control.

often figurative; to lose effectiveness or control.

To join two pieces of fabric together by making stitches.

To join two pieces of fabric together by making stitches.

To iron a seam flat.

To tear a seam apart, often to undo it.

To dig a seam of minerals from the ground; also used figuratively.

To make use of a seam of minerals; also used figuratively.