(a) To embrace (someone) affectionately, to clasp in ones arms; (b) to reach out eagerly for (riches, vice, virtue, etc.), to welcome with open arms.

(a) To twist or wrap around (someone or something), to entwine or enfold; to put on (a girdle), gird; to put on (a close-fitting garment), to lace (a garment); (b) fig. to entangle or ensnare (someone in bonds of affection, in vice), to put or be in bonds.

(a) To put a shield on the arm in preparation for combat; to grasp (a spear, shield); (b) to take hold of (something); to acquire, attain or receive; (c) to undertake (a task), to engage in an activity, to include (a role) in one's remit.

(a) To influence, affect or afflict (someone); (b) to prejudice or incite; (c) to influence (a jury) by illegal means, to bribe or 'fix' (a jury).

(a) To surround (as the sea the land); be on all sides or all over; to cover (as the clouds the sun); to shelter or conceal; (b) of spiritual things: to surround protectively, to comfort, give strength.

(a) Of God or Providence: to encompass or pervade (all things); (b) to include as a part (of a larger whole).

To grasp with one's mind, comprehend, understand.