embrace
/ɛmˈbɹeɪs/noun
An act of putting arms around someone and bringing the person close to the chest; a hug.
Example sentences
- “I wholeheartedly embrace the new legislation.”
- “Natural philosophy embraces many sciences.”
Featured as word of the day on April 1, 2028.
Related words
emergeTo come into view.embodyTo represent in a physical or concrete form; to incarnate or personify.eminentNoteworthy, remarkable, great.embellishTo make more beautiful and attractive; to decorate.emoteA virtual action, presented to other users as reported speech, rather than a direct message.embassyAn organization or group of officials who permanently represent a sovereign state in a second sovereign state or with respect to an international organization such as the United Nations.