embracery

/ɪmˈbreɪsəri/
noun
  1. The act of hugging or holding someone closely, especially in a loving or affectionate way.
    • A warm embracery can make someone feel better after a long day.
    • They shared a long embracery before saying goodbye.
    • The child ran into her mother's arms for a quick embracery.
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