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noun

a tight or amorous embrace

Words in this synset: clinch, squeeze

noun

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

verb

be in direct physical contact with; make contact

verb

hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness

Words in this synset: embrace, bosom, squeeze

verb

hold firmly and tightly

verb

embrace amorously

verb

hold (a person or thing) close, as for affection, comfort, or warmth

verb

become engaged or intermeshed with one another