embrace
13 points
English
7 letters
Common
Commonness #4,692
Valid in: US and UK dictionaries
Definitions
verb
include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
noun
the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/ɛmbɹˈeɪs/ · 2 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Word forms
plural embraces
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Synonyms
a close affectionate and protective acceptance
the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)
include in scope
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Rhymes
More rhymes → · rhymes from CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Crossword clues
- “Another word for embracing” gen-syn
- “include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory” wn-def
- “the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)” wn-def
- “To attempt to influence corruptly, as a jury or court. Blackstone.” web-def
- “To fasten on, as armor. Spenser.” web-def
Anagrams
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