bosom

1. n. The breast of a human being; the part, between the arms, to which anything is pressed when embraced by them. Source: opted

2. n. The breast, considered as the seat of the passions, affections, and operations of the mind; consciousness; secret thoughts. Source: opted

3. n. Embrace; loving or affectionate inclosure; fold. Source: opted

4. n. Any thing or place resembling the breast; a supporting surface; an inner recess; the interior; as, the bosom of the earth. Source: opted

5. n. 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. Source: opted

6. n. Inclination; desire. Source: opted

7. n. A depression round the eye of a millstone. Source: opted

8. a. Of or pertaining to the bosom. Source: opted

9. a. Intimate; confidential; familiar; trusted; cherished; beloved; as, a bosom friend. Source: opted

10. v. t. To inclose or carry in the bosom; to keep with care; to take to heart; to cherish. Source: opted

11. v. t. To conceal; to hide from view; to embosom. Source: opted

12. n. the chest considered as the place where secret thoughts are kept Source: wordnet

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