hem
//hɛm//
Noun
hemSingular
hemsPlural
1
The border or edge of a piece of cloth or garment, typically folded and sewn to prevent fraying.
The hem of her dress was coming undone.
2
The lower edge of a garment, especially a skirt or dress.
The hem of her dress was too long, so she had it shortened.
Verb
hemPresent tense
hemmedPast tense
hemmedPast participle
hemmingPresent participle
hemsThird-person singular
1
To fold and sew the edge of a piece of cloth or garment to create a finished border.
I need to hem these pants because they are too long.
2
To surround or enclose something on all sides; to confine or restrict.
The soldiers hemmed in the enemy troops from all sides.
Interjection
1
A sound made to attract attention or express hesitation, often written as 'ahem'.
Hem, excuse me, may I ask a question?