: the seam on the inside of the leg of a pair of pants
also
: the length of this seam
Examples of inseam in a Sentence
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The straight-leg jeans’ inseam ends right at the ankle, giving you a chance to show off your shoes.
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Erika Reals, Peoplemag, 17 May 2024
The design is on the shorter side, with a 3-inch inseam in the biker shorts and a mid-thigh length.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 14 May 2024
The line outside of First Ward Park in uptown grew quickly, with attendees clad in corset tops, flower headbands and four-inch inseams eager to get their first look at the festival grounds.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 5 May 2024
Madewell Harlow Wide-Leg Pant in 100% Linen $88 Madewell
Madewell’s pleated, wide-leg option comes in a plethora of cool colors—pepper red, olive green, rich navy—plus three inseam options and sizes 00 through 28.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 22 Apr. 2024
Take your pick from three inseams (28 inches, 30 inches, and 32 inches), and a wide variety of washes.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 20 Apr. 2024
With a 25-inch inseam, two side pockets, and a high-rise waistband, these leggings are comfortable for all-day wear at school or sports practice.
—Phoebe Sklansky, Parents, 19 Apr. 2024
This style has thick straps with a V-neckline and an 8-inch inseam to provide some coverage.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2023
Expect a classic fit, a 7.5-inch inseam, and a scalloped leg opening that makes these boardies just a little more stylish than your average pair.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2024
Erika Reals, Peoplemag, 17 May 2024
The design is on the shorter side, with a 3-inch inseam in the biker shorts and a mid-thigh length.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 14 May 2024
The line outside of First Ward Park in uptown grew quickly, with attendees clad in corset tops, flower headbands and four-inch inseams eager to get their first look at the festival grounds.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 5 May 2024
Madewell Harlow Wide-Leg Pant in 100% Linen $88 Madewell
Madewell’s pleated, wide-leg option comes in a plethora of cool colors—pepper red, olive green, rich navy—plus three inseam options and sizes 00 through 28.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 22 Apr. 2024
Take your pick from three inseams (28 inches, 30 inches, and 32 inches), and a wide variety of washes.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 20 Apr. 2024
With a 25-inch inseam, two side pockets, and a high-rise waistband, these leggings are comfortable for all-day wear at school or sports practice.
—Phoebe Sklansky, Parents, 19 Apr. 2024
This style has thick straps with a V-neckline and an 8-inch inseam to provide some coverage.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2023
Expect a classic fit, a 7.5-inch inseam, and a scalloped leg opening that makes these boardies just a little more stylish than your average pair.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2024
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“Inseam.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inseam. Accessed 21 May. 2024.
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inseam
noun
in·seam
ˈin-ˌsēm 
: the seam on the inside of the leg of a pair of pants
also
: the length of this seam
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