Meaning of the word hemmed in English
What does hemmed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hemmed
US /hɛmd/
UK /hɛmd/
Verb
1.
to fold back and sew down the edge of a piece of cloth
Example:
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She carefully hemmed the bottom of the dress.
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The tailor hemmed the trousers to the correct length.
2.
to surround and restrict the movement of someone or something
Example:
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The protesters were hemmed in by police.
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The small town was hemmed in by mountains on all sides.
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