Seamy side meaning
What does the saying 'Seamy side' mean?
Idiom: Seamy side
Meaning:
The seamy side of something is the unpleasant or sordid aspect it has.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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