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Definition of Embrace
1. Verb. Include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory. "This should cover everyone in the group"
Related verbs: Address, Cover, Deal, Handle, Plow, Treat
Generic synonyms: Include
Derivative terms: Comprehension, Comprehensive, Comprehensive, Encompassment
2. Noun. The act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection).
Specialized synonyms: Cuddle, Nestle, Snuggle, Clinch, Hug, Squeeze
Generic synonyms: Clasp, Clench, Clutch, Clutches, Grasp, Grip, Hold
3. Verb. Squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness. "Sam cannot embrace Sue "; "He hugged her close to him"
Generic synonyms: Clasp
Specialized synonyms: Clinch, Cuddle, Interlock, Lock
Derivative terms: Bosom, Embracement, Embracing, Hug, Hugger, Hugging
4. Noun. The state of taking in or encircling. "An island in the embrace of the sea"
5. Verb. Take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own. "They adopted the Jewish faith"
Specialized synonyms: Fasten On, Hook On, Latch On, Seize On, Take Up
Generic synonyms: Accept
Derivative terms: Adoption
6. Noun. A close affectionate and protective acceptance. "In the bosom of the family"
Definition of Embrace
1. v. t. To fasten on, as armor.
2. v. t. To clasp in the arms with affection; to take in the arms; to hug.
3. v. i. To join in an embrace.
4. n. Intimate or close encircling with the arms; pressure to the bosom; clasp; hug.
Definition of Embrace
1. Verb. hug, put arms around ¹
2. Verb. (qualifier metaphorical) enfold, include (ideas, principles, etc) ¹
3. Noun. hug (qualifier noun); putting arms around someone ¹
4. Noun. (qualifier metaphorical) enfolding, including ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Embrace
1. to hug [v -BRACED, -BRACING, -BRACES] - See also: hug
Medical Definition of Embrace
1. Intimate or close encircling with the arms; pressure to the bosom; clasp; hug. "We stood tranced in long embraces, Mixed with kisses." (Tennyson) Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)