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embrace
1[ em-breys ]
verb (used with object)
- to take or clasp in the arms; press to the bosom; hug.
- to take or receive gladly or eagerly; accept willingly:
to embrace an idea.
Synonyms: , ,
- to avail oneself of:
to embrace an opportunity.
Synonyms:
- to adopt (a profession, a religion, etc.):
to embrace Buddhism.
- to take in with the eye or the mind.
a secret garden embraced by wild shrubs.
- to include or contain:
An encyclopedia embraces a great number of subjects.
Synonyms: , ,
Antonyms:
verb (used without object)
- to join in an embrace.
noun
- an act or instance of embracing.
embrace
2[ em-breys ]
verb (used with object)
- to attempt to influence (a judge or jury) through corrupt means.
embrace
1/ ɪˈɪ /
verb
- also intr (of a person) to take or clasp (another person) in the arms, or (of two people) to clasp each other, as in affection, greeting, etc; hug
- to accept (an opportunity, challenge, etc) willingly or eagerly
- to take up (a new idea, faith, etc); adopt
to embrace Judaism
- to comprise or include as an integral part
geology embraces the science of mineralogy
- to encircle or enclose
noun
- the act of embracing
- euphemistic.often plural sexual intercourse
embrace
2/ ɪˈɪ /
verb
- tr criminal law to commit or attempt to commit embracery against (a jury, etc)
Derived Forms
- ˈ, adjective
- ˈԳ, noun
- ˈ, noun
Other Word Forms
- ··· adjective
- ··Գ noun
- ·· noun
- un···· adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of embrace1
Word History and Origins
Origin of embrace1
Origin of embrace2
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
"Near that Queen of Peace, to whom I have always turned for help and whose embrace I have sought more than a hundred times during my pontificate," he explained in his will.
Companies have embraced the red, green and white of the Mexican flag in ad campaigns.
He was truly an extraordinary leader and a role model to the world that embodied a deep faith and commitment to embrace the dignity of the human person.
“Melbourne has fully embraced the variety and artistry that goes into sandwiches. It’s slowly turning into a mini New York, which is known for its iconic deli culture.”
Of course, tinned fish is an acquired taste, so prioritizing good quality fish and embracing variety are key.
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