The word "erm" is commonly used as a filler or hesitation sound in speech. It is often used when someone is pausing or trying to think of what to say next. Full definition
A key factor in forming this view was the limited generation assets of ERM in Queensland and lack of existing generation assets in New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia,» Mr Sims said. (accc.gov.au)
Margaret Thatcher and John Major had taken us into ERM for the sake of a half per cent cut in interest rates and were supported by the CBI, trade unions Neil Kinnock and John Smith. (independent.co.uk)
Even more lawyers should now be dependent upon ERMS's for work. (slaw.ca)