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hem

British pronunciation/hˈɛm/
American pronunciation/ˈhɛm/
1

the edge of a piece of cloth or clothing that has been doubled back and sewn in place

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hem definition and meaning

What is a "hem"?

A hem is the finishing edge of a garment where the fabric is folded over and sewn to prevent fraying. It can be found at the bottom of a dress, skirt, or pants, as well as the cuffs of sleeves. Hems can be made in various ways, including single-fold, double-fold, and blind stitch hems. They can be finished with a straight stitch, zigzag stitch, or hemming tape, depending on the fabric type and desired look. The hem is an important part of a garment's construction and can significantly impact its overall appearance and wearability.

2

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
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to hem
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

utter `hem' or `ahem'

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2

fold over and sew together to provide with a hem

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Examples
1He rolled up the hem of his shorts for a more fashionable look.
2Bobby hemmed and hawed when his parents asked him where had spent the night.
3Next, hem the edges.
4Not hemming your trousers.
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