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The breast of a human being; the part, between the arms, to
which anything is pressed when embraced by them. |
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The breast, considered as the seat of the passions,
affections, and operations of the mind; consciousness; secret thoughts. |
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Embrace; loving or affectionate inclosure; fold. |
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Any thing or place resembling the breast; a supporting
surface; an inner recess; the interior; as, the bosom of the earth. |
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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. |
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Inclination; desire. |
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A depression round the eye of a millstone. |
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Of or pertaining to the bosom. |
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Intimate; confidential; familiar; trusted; cherished;
beloved; as, a bosom friend. |
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To inclose or carry in the bosom; to keep with care; to
take to heart; to cherish. |
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To conceal; to hide from view; to embosom. |