Embrace Meaning

There are 6 meaning(s) for word Embrace

Embrace Meaning 1 : include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory

    Synonyms : comprehend,  cover,  encompass
Embrace Meaning 2 : a close affectionate and protective acceptance

    Example : his willing embrace of new ideas

    Synonyms : bosom
Embrace Meaning 3 : the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)

    Synonyms : embracement,  embracing
Embrace Meaning 4 : take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own

    Example : She embraced Catholicism

    Synonyms : adopt,  espouse,  sweep up
Embrace Meaning 5 : hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness

    Example : They embraced

    Synonyms : bosom,  hug,  squeeze
Embrace Meaning 6 : the state of taking in or encircling

    Example : an island in the embrace of the sea