meaning of bosom
1. The breast of a human being; the part, between the arms, to which anything is pressed when embraced by them.
2. The breast, considered as the seat of the passions, affections, and operations of the mind; consciousness; secret thoughts.
3. Embrace; loving or affectionate inclosure; fold.
4. Any thing or place resembling the breast; a supporting surface; an inner recess; the interior; as, the bosom of the earth.
5. The part of the dress worn upon the breast; an article, or a portion of an article, of dress to be worn upon the breast; as, the bosom of a shirt; a linen bosom.
6. Inclination; desire.
7. A depression round the eye of a millstone.
8. Of or pertaining to the bosom.
9. Intimate; confidential; familiar; trusted; cherished; beloved; as, a bosom friend.
10. To inclose or carry in the bosom; to keep with care; to take to heart; to cherish.
11. To conceal; to hide from view; to embosom.
12. a close affectionate and protective acceptance; "his willing embrace of new ideas"; "in the bosom of the
">family"
Related Words
bosom | bosom of abraham | bosomed | bosoming | bosomy |
