baau3 gwat1爆骨
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Definition
Bursting at the seams, specifically referring to sewn fabric margins bursting along the line of junction.
colloquialclothingdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the structural failure of fabric seams under tension or poor quality stitching. It is commonly used when a garment is too tight for the wearer or when the thread used for sewing is not strong enough to hold the fabric together. While it describes a physical state of clothing, it can also be used metaphorically to describe a situation or structure that is reaching its breaking point.
Examples
This shirt is too tight, the sleeve seam is bursting.
Related words
Common phrases
shirt sleeve seam bursting
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general tearing of fabric, which is usually described as 爛 or 穿. 爆骨 specifically refers to the failure of the seam line where two pieces of fabric are joined.
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