AHEM Synonyms
There are 2 synonyms of the word
ahem.
(exact relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word ahem. (close relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word ahem. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for AHEM
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hem | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the edge of a piece of cloth; especially the finished edge that has been doubled under and stitched down • 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. verb • fold over and sew together to provide with a hem • utter `hem' or `ahem' | ||||||||
cough | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a sudden noisy expulsion of air from the lungs that clears the air passages; a common symptom of upper respiratory infection or bronchitis or pneumonia or tuberculosis verb • exhale abruptly, as when one has a chest cold or congestion |
Best Hypernyms For AHEM
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
ahem, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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