to include, contain (within oneself, one's sphere, range, jurisdiction, etc.).

to clasp in the arms, usu. as an expression of affection or desire; to hug; to embrace.

to squeeze (something) between two other things.

to come into physical contact; to touch.

to cause (a flower bud) to blow, bloom.

to force (an object) into a curved or crooked form; to bend.

to alleviate or relieve (pain, grief, etc.); to soothe; to mollify.

to cause to embrace.

to gather in large numbers at a place.

to take or clasp (another) in one's arms and press to the bosom affectionately.

to hold out or reach out; to extend; to stretch.

to pierce or thrust (something) into.

to come into physical contact with; to touch.

to cause (two or more things) to come into physical contact (with each other).

to put down; to reduce in height, elevation, amount, price etc.

to bring down in respect, dignity, etc.; to demean.

to make less hard to bear; to lighten or relieve (pain, suffering, etc.); to mitigate; to alleviate.

to win victory over; to defeat.