ahem


Definition: Meaning of, ahem in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / əˈhɛm /

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Singular Plural
ahem ahems
  1. 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.
    SYNONYM
    hem
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  • interjection
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  1. gentle utterance used to call someone's attention
    SYNONYM
    hem, hmm, h'm
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  2. exclamation expressing doubt, deliberation, dissent, or hesitation
    SYNONYM
    hum, hmm, h'm
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