Definition

To hold something tightly in your arms or hands, often in a loving or protective way.

Example

She decided to enclasp her child in a warm hug after a long day apart.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I love how you always enclasp your friends when you see them.

It's just a way to show I care, you know?

Exactly! It makes everyone feel so welcomed and loved.

Yeah, a warm hug can really brighten someone's day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Enclasp → It is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be in) and "clasp" (from Old English "clapsian", meaning to grasp or hold). The word "enclasp" means to cause something to be held or grasped tightly.

Memory Tip

Think of 'causing to be in' ('en-') a 'grasp' ('clasp') — that's why enclasp means to hold something tightly.

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