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seamy

/ˈsiːmi/ adjective · British & US
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What does seamy mean?

adjective

Having or relating to a seam; having a seam or joint that is unsightly or unattractive. Having a seamy or sordid quality.

Example

"The city's seamy underbelly was exposed in the documentary."

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