Synonyms for hem

Noun

1. hem, lap, overlap

usage: lap that forms a cloth border doubled back and stitched down

Verb

1. hem, sew, run up, sew together, stitch

usage: fold over and sew together to provide with a hem; "hem my skirt"

2. hem, utter, emit, let out, let loose

usage: utter `hem' or `ahem'