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AHEM Synonyms

There are 2 synonyms of the word ahem. (exact 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

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