Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for EM-BRACE'MENT
EM-BRACE'MENT, n.
- A clasp in the arms; a hug; embrace. Sidney.
- Hostile hug; grapple. [Little used.] Sidney.
- Comprehension; state of being contained; inclosure. [Little used.] Bacon.
- Conjugal endearment; sexual commerce. Shak.
- Willing acceptance. [Little used.]
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