Hem Meaning

There are 4 meaning(s) for word Hem

Meaning 1 : the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc.

    Synonyms : ahem
Meaning 2 : fold over and sew together to provide with a hem

    Example : hem my skirt

Meaning 3 : the edge of a piece of cloth; especially the finished edge that has been doubled under and stitched down

    Example : the hem of her dress was stained,let down the hem,he stitched weights into the curtain's hem,it seeped along the hem of his jacket

Meaning 4 : utter `hem' or `ahem'

How to Pronounce Hem

  • hɛm


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