interjection The sound of a quiet cough or of clearing one's throat.
interjection Demanding attention.
Ahem! Could we please get started?
interjection Expresses disapproval or annoyance.
Ahem! In case you didn't notice, I did my share of the work, too.
interjection Indicates the speaker does not wish to be perceived as rude, often intimating an impolite meaning to a third party that the speaker is not addressing. Indicates subtle sarcasm, polite lying, or euphemism.
I really (ahem!) liked the chocolate broccoli surprise.
interjection Indicates subtle sarcasm, polite lying, or euphemism.
I really (ahem!) liked the chocolate broccoli surprise.
interjection Indicates an unintentional or inappropriate pun.
verb To cough or clear one's throat so as to draw attention.