hemmed

[hemd]

hemmed Definition

  • 1surround and restrict the space or movement of someone or something
  • 2to fold and sew the edge of a piece of cloth

Using hemmed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hemmed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The protesters were hemmed in by the police.

  • Example

    The garden was hemmed by a fence.

  • Example

    She hemmed her skirt to make it shorter.

  • Example

    I need to hem this dress before I can wear it.

hemmed Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for hemmed

Antonyms for hemmed

Phrases with hemmed

  • hem and haw

    to hesitate or be indecisive

    Example

    He hemmed and hawed before finally making a decision.

  • to surround and restrict someone's movements

    Example

    The police hemmed in the protesters to prevent them from leaving.

  • hem and stitch

    to repair or fix something, especially clothing

    Example

    She hemmed and stitched the tear in her jeans.

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Summary: hemmed in Brief

'Hemmed' is a verb that has two meanings. The first meaning is to surround and restrict the space or movement of someone or something, as in 'The protesters were hemmed in by the police.' The second meaning is to fold and sew the edge of a piece of cloth, as in 'She hemmed her skirt to make it shorter.' Other phrases include 'hem and haw,' meaning to hesitate or be indecisive, and 'hem someone in,' meaning to surround and restrict someone's movements.