French seam

noun

, Sewing.

1. a seam in which the raw edges of the cloth are completely covered by sewing them together, first on the right side, then on the wrong.

French seam

noun

1. a seam in which the edges are not visible

Word History and Origins

Origin of French seam¹

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

When I added a French seam to a design, we all gathered round the computer and watched a YouTube video to see how it was executed.

From New York Times

Sew the two sections of the Sampler together with the French seam.

From Project Gutenberg

Finish all seams with the French seam except where the ends of the ruffle are joined with the hemmed seam.

From Project Gutenberg

Follow the directions for the French Seam.

From Project Gutenberg

Upon this sampler is taught the placket, the gusset, the nightgown opening and two different methods of putting on bands, and in addition a review of the French seam and the French fell.

From Project Gutenberg