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