enfold

/ɛnˈfoʊld/; /ɛnˈfɔːld/

Definitions

1. verb

to wrap or enclose something tightly in one’s arms or around oneself, or to envelop or surround something with something else, such as a feeling or an atmosphere

“She enfolded her child in a warm hug.”

2. verb

to take in or include something as part of a larger whole

“The company will enfold the smaller business into its own operations.”

3. noun

a fold or fold of the arms or a piece of cloth

“She wrapped herself in the warm blanket and let her arms enfold her.”

4. verb (transitive)

to give a sense of safety, security, and protection to someone or something

“The loving mother enfolded her child with warmth and care.”

Synonyms

  • embrace
  • enclose
  • envelop
  • fold
  • wrap

Antonyms

  • abandon
  • discard