Meaning & use
Gusseted
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fitted with a gusset, a triangular or diamond-shaped piece of fabric inserted into a garment or bag to add strength, width, or flexibility.
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The gusseted underarms of the jacket allowed her to raise her arms without straining the seams.
He bought a gusseted backpack that could expand to hold extra gear on longer trips.
A note on using this word
Comes from "gusset," a term used in both tailoring and armor-making for a piece that strengthens or enlarges a joint.
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