Embracer: meaning, definitions and examples

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embracer

 

[ ɪmˈbreɪsər ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

emotional

A person who openly expresses their emotions and affection towards others.

Synonyms

affectionate person, cuddler, hugger.

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Word Description / Examples
embracer

Used in a formal or poetic context to describe someone who gives embraces or holds others closely.

  • The mother was an ardent embracer, always holding her children close
hugger

Commonly used to describe someone who likes to give hugs to people. This term is more informal and friendly.

  • She's a big hugger and always greets her friends with a warm embrace
affectionate person

Used to describe someone who frequently shows love and care through gestures or words in a general way.

  • She is such an affectionate person; she always makes time to listen to her friends
cuddler

Often used in a casual or intimate context to describe someone who enjoys or frequently engages in cuddling, usually in a slow and comforting way.

  • He's a real cuddler; he loves to snuggle on the couch while watching movies

Examples of usage

  • She is known as a warm embracer, always hugging her friends tightly.
  • He is not a big embracer, but he shows his love through small gestures.
Context #2 | Verb

literal

To hold someone closely in one's arms, especially as a sign of affection.

Synonyms

cuddle, hold close, hug.

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hug

Hug is a general term for a brief, affectionate embrace. It's commonly used in everyday situations.

  • They gave each other a big hug before saying goodbye.
  • He hugged his friend to congratulate him.
cuddle

Cuddle refers to holding someone close for comfort or affection, typically in a warm, loving manner. It's often used with babies, children, or romantic partners.

  • She loves to cuddle with her baby before bedtime.
  • They cuddled on the couch while watching a movie.
hold close

Hold close is similar to cuddle but can be slightly more neutral. It indicates a protective or affectionate gesture.

  • He held his daughter close during the scary part of the movie.
  • She held her puppy close to calm it down.

Examples of usage

  • She embraced her child after a long day at work.
  • The lovers embraced each other tightly before saying goodbye.

Translations

Translations of the word "embracer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 abraçador

🇮🇳 गले लगाने वाला

🇩🇪 Umarmender

🇮🇩 pemeluk

🇺🇦 обіймач

🇵🇱 obejmujący

🇯🇵 抱擁者 (ほうようしゃ)

🇫🇷 embrasseur

🇪🇸 abrazador

🇹🇷 kucaklayıcı

🇰🇷 포옹하는 사람

🇸🇦 عانق

🇨🇿 objímající

🇸🇰 objímajúci

🇨🇳 拥抱者 (yōngbàozhě)

🇸🇮 objemalec

🇮🇸 faðmandi

🇰🇿 құшақтаушы

🇬🇪 ჩახუტება

🇦🇿 qucaqlayan

🇲🇽 abrazador

Etymology

The word 'embracer' comes from the verb 'embrace', which originated from the Old French word 'embracier', meaning 'to clasp in the arms'. The concept of embracing has long been associated with showing affection, support, or acceptance towards others, making it a universal gesture of human connection.

See also: bracelet, bracing, embrace.