hem
Translation
hem, edge, border
Examples
The hem of her dress was torn.
The hem of her dress was torn.
She needs to sew the hem of the curtains.
She needs to sew the hem of the curtains.
Grammar Patterns
the hem of ((sth.)) the edge of a piece of clothing that has been folded over and sewn The hem of her dress was torn.
Similar Words
Synonyms: edge, border, fringe
Etymology
From Old English 'hemm', meaning 'border' or 'edge'.
Memory Tips
Also a verb: 'to hem' means to sew the edge of cloth. The phrase 'to hem someone in' means to surround or restrict them.