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Definition |
excessively full, at a maximum capacity |
Examples |
1) During rush hour, the city street was
bursting at the seams with cars, honking horns, and
frustrated commuters. 2) The lift was
bursting at the seams with people, and it was difficult to
move or find any space. |
Etymology |
The word "seams" refers to the stitched
lines that join pieces of fabric together, typically seen in garments. |
Synonyms |
jam-packed, saturated, filled to the brim |
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