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umfasst


Meanings
  • Verb

    To encompass, embrace, or include


Variants
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unfasten , unfastened , unfastening , unfastens
Etymology
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From the German word 'umfassten', meaning 'to encircle' or 'to embrace'


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  1. The German word 'umfasst' is similar to the English word 'embrace'.

  2. The word 'umfasst' contains the letters U, M, F, A, S, S, T, which can be remembered using the mnemonic 'Ugly Monkeys Frighten Alligators Sneakily Taking Treasures'


Related Concepts
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  1. Embrace: The act of putting one's arms around someone or something to show love, support, or protection

  2. Encompass: To include or cover all parts of something


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In German literature, 'umfasst' is often used metaphorically to describe the feeling of being enveloped or protected by something, such as love or nature.

How to Memorize "umfasst"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a circle or an embrace to represent the idea of encompassing or including

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with the feeling of being wrapped up in a warm blanket or the arms of a loved one

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'U-M-F-A-S-S-T' to remember the meaning: Understand Meanings Fully And Satisfactorily Surrounding Them


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