hem

名词

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定义 hem 名词

  1. Countable

    The finished edge of a piece of fabric, typically the bottom edge of a garment, that is folded over and sewn to prevent fraying.

    • She needs to let down the hem of her skirt.

    • The hem of this jacket needs some alteration.

    • The hem of the trousers is worn out.

动词

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定义 hem 动词

  1. Transitive

    To sew a finished edge on a piece of clothing or fabric.

    • She is hemming the skirt.

    • He needs to hem this piece of fabric.

    • She hemmed the curtains.

成语

  • hem and haw

    To be indecisive and hesitant, often taking a considerable amount of time before making a decision.

    They hemmed and hawed for weeks about whether to accept the job offer.

片语动词 hem

  • hem someone in

    to enclose someone, restricting their movement or hindering their ability to act freely

    At the party, his friends hemmed him in, making him feel confined to a small group.