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Burst at the seams meaning

What does the saying 'Burst at the seams' mean?

Idiom: Burst at the seams

Meaning:

To be filled to or beyond normal capacity: This room will be bursting at the seams when all the guests arrive.
Country: International English | Subject Area: General | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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