Hem (verb)

1. To fold and sew the edge of a piece of fabric to prevent it from fraying or unraveling.
2. To surround or enclose something.

Origin:

The word "hem" comes from the old english word "hemmian" which means "to enclose or surround." it is used in the 14th century to describe the action of sewing or folding the edge of a piece of fabric to prevent it from fraying or unraveling.

Examples:

1. She hemmed the skirt to make it the right length.
2. The tailor hemmed the pants.
3. The dressmaker hemmed the dress.
4. He hemmed and hawed before giving his answer.
5. The mountains hemmed in the valley.