enfolding
Surrounding with arms
Enfolding is the act of wrapping or enclosing something, typically in an embracing or protective way.
Arms enfold a child; fog enfolds a valley.
The word carries connotations of gentleness and completeness—to enfold is to surround fully: The darkness enfolded them.
Figuratively, someone can be enfolded into a community or tradition.
Tight, affectionate clasp
- claspSecuring device that clicks
- cradleRocking bed for infants
- envelopSurround and cover fully
- swaddleWrap infant tightly
wrap · cuddle · snuggle · nestle · hold · grasp · squeeze · clutch
State of fitting in
- acceptanceConsent to receive
- welcomeHospitable greeting offered
- integrationCombining into a whole
- embraceHold closely in arms
incorporation · gathering · unity · community · togetherness
Enclose on every side
- encaseSurround on all sides
- swatheWind fabric around
- cloakSleeveless outer wrap
- veilFabric that obscures
sheath · shroud · shelter · cover · drape · mantle · envelop · wrap
Reducing distress or discomfort
- solaceRelief from distress
- consolationComfort during distress
- nurtureSupport growth and development
- gentlenessSoft, kind demeanor
tenderness · reassurance · support · warmth · coziness · snugness · succor · caring
hug
Tight, affectionate clasp
swaddle · wrap · cuddle · snuggle · nestle · hold · grasp · squeeze · clutch · entwine
belonging
State of fitting in
- acceptanceConsent to receive
- welcomeHospitable greeting offered
- integrationCombining into a whole
embrace · incorporation · gathering · unity · community · togetherness
surround
Enclose on every side
veil · sheath · shroud · shelter · cover · drape · mantle · envelop · wrap · enwrap
soothing
Reducing distress or discomfort
- solaceRelief from distress
- consolationComfort during distress
- nurtureSupport growth and development
gentleness · tenderness · reassurance · support · warmth · coziness · snugness · succor · caring · cherishing
shield
Handheld defensive armor
guardianship · shielding · security · harbor · refuge · sanctuary · haven · preserve · cushion · buffer
- hugshug, hugging, embrace, bear hug, group hug
- containingcontaining, enclosing, encasing, wrapping, enveloping
- Bohm Physicshidden variables, nonlocality
enfoldingrejecting
Refusing to accept
pushing away · excluding · abandoning · spurning · casting out
fold, unfold, folder, folding, unfolding, unfolded, enfold, unfolds, folders