ahem

The definition of ahem is something said when trying to get a person's attention or when trying to alert someone to something.

(interjection)

An example of ahem is what you would say to stop someone who is about to ruin a surprise.

See ahem in Webster's New World College Dictionary

interjection

used to get someone's attention, give a warning, fill a pause, etc.

See ahem in American Heritage Dictionary 4

interjection

Used to attract attention or to express doubt or warning.

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