embrace
n 1: the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in
greeting or affection) [syn: {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" [syn:
{bosom}]
v 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" [syn: {encompass}, {comprehend},
{cover}]
2: hug, usually with fondness; "Hug me, please"; "They
embraced" [syn: {hug}, {bosom}, {squeeze}]
3: take up the cause or ideology of (beliefs, tasks, etc.)
[syn: {espouse}, {sweep up}, {adapt}]