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HEM

(noun, verb, interj., pronoun)
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Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Hem.

How to pronounce hem:

Def 1 US
Def 2 US

Hem - as a noun

The edge of a piece of cloth; especially the finished edge that has been doubled under and stitched down

Example: "The hem of her dress was stained"

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 (Exact Relations)
ahem

Hem - as a verb

Fold over and sew together to provide with a hem

Example: "Hem my skirt"

Utter `hem' or `ahem'

Hem - as an interjection

Used to fill in the gap of a pause with a vocalized sound.

Hem - as a pronoun

Them (now only in unstressed position following a consonant).

Example Sentences

"She carefully folded the hem of her dress."
"The tailor had to shorten the hem of the pants."
"There was a small tear on the hem of his shirt."
"She sewed a lace trim along the hem of the curtain."
"The dress had a wide hem with intricate embroidery."
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Word Game Points

Is HEM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hem is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HEM has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is HEM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hem is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HEM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is HEM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hem is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HEM has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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