embracing Meaning, Definition & Usage

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