BOSOMING - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

the chest considered as the place where secret thoughts are kept

Example: his bosom was bursting with the secret

Part of speech: Noun

a close affectionate and protective acceptance

Example: his willing embrace of new ideas; in the bosom of the family

Part of speech: Noun

cloth that covers the chest or breasts

Part of speech: Noun

a person's breast or chest

Part of speech: Noun

either of two soft fleshy milk-secreting glandular organs on the chest of a woman

Part of speech: Noun

the locus of feelings and intuitions

Example: in your heart you know it is true; her story would melt your bosom

Part of speech: Verb

hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness

Example: Hug me, please; They embraced; He hugged her close to him

Part of speech: Verb

hide in one's bosom

Example: She bosomed his letters