hem (n)
ahem (n)

n07126521

type n
lex_filenum 10
def the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat
def intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc.
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Hypernym utterance, vocalization
Incoming links
Hyponym utterance, vocalization

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