n. [ Cf. F. embrassement. ] 1. A clasp in the arms; embrace. [ 1913 Webster ]
Dear though chaste embracements. Sir P. Sidney. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. State of being contained; inclosure. [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
In the embracement of the parts hardly reparable, as bones. Bacon. [ 1913 Webster ]
3. Willing acceptance. [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
A ready embracement of . . . his kindness. Barrow. [ 1913 Webster ]