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An exclamation to call one's attention; hem.

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  1. interj. An exclamation to call one's attention; hem.
  2. n. 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.
  3. u:100 n 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.