Keywords: hug, embrace

Sign Definition

As a Noun

1. The act of putting your arms around someone and holding them tightly because you like them or are pleased to see them. English = hug.

As a Verb or Adjective

1. To put your arms around someone and hold them tightly because you like them or are pleased to see them. English = hug. Formal English = embrace.
2. To hold something close to your body with your arms round it.