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embracing — em·brace || ɪm breɪs n. hug, act of wrapping one s arms around another person or thing v. hug, hold tight, wrap one s arms around; accept; include; surround; attempt to sway the opinion of a judge or jury through bribery or threats … English contemporary dictionary
embracing — noun the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection) (Freq. 1) • Syn: ↑embrace, ↑embracement • Derivationally related forms: ↑embrace (for: ↑embracement), ↑embrace … Useful english dictionary
General Mining Act of 1872 — The General Mining Act of 1872 is a United States federal law that authorizes and governs prospecting and mining for economic minerals, such as gold, platinum, and silver, on federal public lands. This law, approved on May 10, 1872, codified the… … Wikipedia
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Nationality Act — Shortened name for Immigration and Nationality Act which is a comprehensive federal statute embracing such matters as immigration, naturalization and admission of aliens. 8 U.S.C.A. No. 1101 et seq … Black's law dictionary
Nationality Act — Shortened name for Immigration and Nationality Act which is a comprehensive federal statute embracing such matters as immigration, naturalization and admission of aliens. 8 U.S.C.A. No. 1101 et seq … Black's law dictionary
embrace — [c]/ɛmˈbreɪs / (say em brays) verb (embraced, embracing) –verb (t) 1. to take or clasp in the arms; press to the bosom; hug. 2. to take or receive (an idea, etc.) gladly or eagerly; accept willingly. 3. to avail oneself of (an opportunity, etc.) …
coverage — cov·er·age / kə və rij/ n 1: protection or indemnification by an insurance policy the policy provides extensive coverage against burglary 2: a risk assumed by the terms of an insurance contract the policy lists four coverage s: liability, medical … Law dictionary
Clipping — Clip ping, n. 1. The act of embracing. [Obs.] [1913 Webster] 2. The act of cutting off, curtailing, or diminishing; the practice of clipping the edges of coins. Note: This practise was common when precious metals such as silver or gold were used… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
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