embrace meaning and definition

EMBRACE noun

Definition of embrace (noun)

1. the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)
   • synonyms: embracement, embracing
2. the state of taking in or encircling
   • "an island in the embrace of the sea"
3. a close affectionate and protective acceptance
   • "his willing embrace of new ideas"; "in the bosom of the family"
   • synonyms: bosom

EMBRACE verb

Definition of embrace (verb)

1. include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
   • "This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds"; "this should cover everyone in the group"
   • synonyms: comprehend, cover, encompass
2. squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness
   • "Hug me, please"; "They embraced"; "He hugged her close to him"
   • synonyms: bosom, hug, squeeze
3. take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own
   • "She embraced Catholicism"; "They adopted the Jewish faith"
   • synonyms: adopt, espouse, sweep up