umfassen

Definitions of umfassen
  1. verb
    include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory
    synonyms:
    abhandeln, behandeln, beschäftigen
    act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
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    type of:
    einbeziehen, gehen
    have as a part, be made up out of
  2. verb
    hold firmly and tightly
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    types:
    umarmen, umhalsen, umschlingen
    squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness
    type of:
    greifen
    hold firmly
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