embracing
Meanings
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Verb
To hold or encircle (someone or something) in one's arms, especially as a sign of affection or to protect.
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Verb
To accept or embrace (an idea, belief, or change) willingly and enthusiastically.
Pronunciation
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Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2453473"
Synonyms
accept , entwine , surround , fall on someone's neck
Rhymes
Words rhyming with embracingchasing , racing , pacing , gracing
Variants
List of all variants of embracing that leads to same resultembrace , embraceable , embraced , embracement , embracements , embracer , embracers , embraces , embracing , embracingly , all-embracing
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Old French 'embrasser' meaning 'to touch, to kiss', from 'embraser' meaning 'to surround'.
Trivia
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Did you know that the longest recorded hug lasted for 24 hours and 3 minutes?
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Embracing is not only a human gesture. Many primates, such as chimpanzees and gorillas, also use it to express social bonds.
Related Concepts
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Hug: A type of embrace where one person wraps their arms around another person for a brief period of time, often as a sign of affection or comfort.
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Bearhug: A type of embrace where one person wraps their arms around another person in a very tight and forceful way, often as a playful or protective gesture.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Embracing is a common gesture used to express love, affection, comfort, or protection. It is a universal symbol of human connection and can be found in various forms of art, literature, and music.
How to Memorize "embracing"
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visualize
- Imagine someone wrapping their arms around another person in a warm and loving embrace.
- Visualize yourself embracing a loved one or a cherished object. -
associate
- Associate the word 'embrace' with the feeling of love and connection.
- Think of a time when you felt embraced by someone or something and recall the emotions you experienced. -
mnemonics
- Remember the acronym E-M-B-R-A-C-E: Encircle, Make contact, Bring close, Release, Affirm, Comfort, Embrace.
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