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1. embrace
verb. ['ɛmˈbreɪs, ɪmˈbreɪs'] include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory.
Etymology
- embrace (English)
- embracen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- embracier (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
2. embrace
verb. ['ɛmˈbreɪs, ɪmˈbreɪs'] squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness.
Etymology
- embrace (English)
- embracen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- embracier (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
3. embrace
noun. ['ɛmˈbreɪs, ɪmˈbreɪs'] the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection).
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Synonyms
Etymology
- embrace (English)
- embracen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- embracier (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
4. embrace
noun. ['ɛmˈbreɪs, ɪmˈbreɪs'] the state of taking in or encircling.
Synonyms
Etymology
- embrace (English)
- embracen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- embracier (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
5. embrace
verb. ['ɛmˈbreɪs, ɪmˈbreɪs'] take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own.
Etymology
- embrace (English)
- embracen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- embracier (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
6. embrace
noun. ['ɛmˈbreɪs, ɪmˈbreɪs'] a close affectionate and protective acceptance.
Synonyms
Etymology
- embrace (English)
- embracen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- embracier (Old French (842-ca. 1400))