To take, grasp, clasp, or infold in the arms; used absolutely, to press to the bosom, as in token of affection; hug; clip.To inclose; encompass; contain; encircle.Figuratively, to take.To receive or accept, though unwillingly; accept as inevitable.To comprehend; include or take in; comprise: as, natural philosophy embraces many sciences.5 To hold; keep possession of; sway.To throw a protecting arm around; shield.In botany, to clasp with the base: as, a leaf embracing the stem.In zoology, to lie closely in contact with (another part), imperfectly surrounding it.To join in an embrace.n. An inclosure or clasp with the arms; specifically, a pressure to the bosom with the arms; an embracement; a hug.In law, to attempt to influence corruptly, as a court or jury, by threats, bribes, promises, services, or entertainments, or by any means other than evidence or open argument.