ahem

Definition

The sound of a quiet cough or of clearing one's throat.

Etymology

Onomatopoeic.

Example Sentences

• "Ahem! Could we please get started?"
• "Enter Nobody, and the Clowne. / Nobody. Ahem boy, Nobody is ſound yet for all his troubles."
• "Ahem! In case you didn't notice, I did my share of the work, too."