'accolle' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'acoler,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'col' meant 'neck.'

'acoler' transformed into the Middle English word 'acollen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'accolle.'

Initially, it meant 'to embrace around the neck,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to embrace or hug someone closely.'