Seamless came into the English language in the fifteenth century with a fairly literal meaning: “having no seams” (seam itself signifying “the joining of two pieces (as of cloth or leather) by sewing usually near the edge”). Throughout much of the word’s early history, expecially in the seventeenth century, it was employed by writers to refer to the “seamless coat (or garment)" of Jesus Christ. In modern use, the word usually has the figurative sense “without flaws” or "without interruption" rather than “without seams.”
The transitions from scene to scene were seamless.
a seamless transfer of power
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The key differentiator for successful platforms will be demonstrating fast time-to-value, seamless onboarding, and results that speak louder than sales representatives.—Josipa Majic Predin, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025 The grill also features dual air control vents for proper airflow and temperature regulation, a domed lid with a three-point locking mechanism, and a heat-resistant ash collector for seamless cleanup.—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 23 July 2025 This level of control allows the prosthesis to move in sync with the body, delivering a seamless experience that challenges the very definition of artificial limbs.—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2025 Creating a seamless and efficient home-charging experience requires some careful planning.—Melanie Marshall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for seamless
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