ahem meaning

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ahem (noun): 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..

Definition of ahem

  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.

    Synonyms: hem

    Type of: utterance

Word lists: words starting with AH · words ending in EM · 4-letter words

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