embraceable
|em-brace-a-ble|
B2
/ɪmˈbreɪsəbl/
(embrace)
hold closely
Etymology
Etymology Information
'embraceable' originates from the verb 'embrace', which comes from the Old French word 'embracer', meaning 'to clasp in the arms'.
Historical Evolution
'embracer' transformed into the Middle English word 'embracen', and eventually became the modern English word 'embrace'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to clasp in the arms', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being embraced or hugged.
The teddy bear is so soft and embraceable.
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Last updated: 2025/05/01 13:37