WordNet sense 1 (include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory):

comprehend, cover, encompass

WordNet sense 2 (squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness):

bosom, hug, squeeze

WordNet sense 3 (take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own):

adopt, espouse, sweep up

WordNet sense 4 (the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)):

embracing, embracement