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[かい(懐)·ほう(抱)]
kaihou
noun, suru verb

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[かい(懐)·ぼう(抱)]
kaibou
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English Meaning(s) for 懐抱

noun, suru verb
  1. bearing in mind (a thought, feeling, etc.)
  2. embrace; hug; holding in one's arms
noun
  1. bosom; (breast) pocket
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Definition and Synonyms for 懐抱

Embrace the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)
Synonyms: 懐抱, 抱擁
Hug squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness
Synonyms: 懐抱, 抱く, 抱く, 抱く, 抱っこ, 抱きつく, 抱きしめる, 抱きよせる, 抱き抱える, 抱擁, 抱え込む, 抱き込む, 擁する
Harbor maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
Synonyms: なつい, なつく, 宿す, 宿す, 懐抱, 抱く, 抱く, 抱く, 抱懐, 持つ

Meanings for each kanji in 懐抱

» pocket; feelings; heart; yearn; miss someone; become attached to; bosom; breast
» embrace; hug; hold in arms

Categories 懐抱 is a member of

Grasp the act of grasping
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Clasp hold firmly and tightly
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Experience undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
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