embrace - noun

the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)

the state of taking in or encircling

a close affectionate and protective acceptance

embrace - verb

• include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
• squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness
• take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own

embrace - thesaurus

adopt   bosom   comprehend   cover   embracement   embracing   encompass   espouse   hug   squeeze