Definition of "hem"
- interjection
Used to fill in the gap of a pause with a vocalized sound.
- noun
The border of an article of clothing doubled back and stitched together to finish the edge and prevent it from fraying.
A rim or margin of something.
In sheet metal design, a rim or edge folded back on itself to create a smooth edge and to increase strength or rigidity.
- verb
(in sewing) To make a hem.
(in speaking) To make a sound like hem (usually coupled with "haw" as in "hemmed and hawed.").
To put hem on an article of clothing, to edge or put a border on something.
To surround something or someone in a confining way.
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