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ham

Pronunciation: [hæm]

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Learn how to use ham in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “food”

(noun) a type of meat that comes from a pig. It's often cooked and served in slices, like in sandwiches or for breakfast.

Example

We had ham and cheese sandwiches for lunch.

Example

I don't like eating ham because I'm a vegetarian.

Example

Do you want ham on your sandwich or something else?

Context: “performing arts”

(noun) someone who tries very hard to get attention while acting, often in a funny way. Think of a person who is very silly or over-the-top in their performances.

Example

The kids loved the ham in the play because he made everyone laugh.

Example

She wasn't trying to be a ham at the party; she was just being herself.

Example

Is he always such a ham when he's in front of a crowd?

How to pronounce ham

Pronunciation: [hæm]

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