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hem vs let out

let out vs hem

hem is a noun but let out is not a noun.

hem and let out both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
hem Yes No Yes No
let out No No Yes No
As verbs, let out is a hypernym of hem; that is, let out is a word with a broader meaning than hem:
  • hem: utter `hem' or `ahem'
  • let out: express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
Other hypernyms of hem include emit, let loose, utter.
hem (noun) let out (noun)
the edge of a piece of cloth; especially the finished edge that has been doubled under and stitched down
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.
hem (verb) let out (verb)
utter `hem' or `ahem' make (clothes) larger
fold over and sew together to provide with a hem make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret
express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
bring out of a specific state
Difference between hem and let out

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