Word FOLD: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

fold

🇺🇸 [foʊld]

Meanings

Fold refers to bending something over itself, typically to make it more compact or to conceal it. It can also refer to the act of creasing or bending paper or fabric. The term can also be used metaphorically for gathering or bringing things together.

Examples

• She folded the letter neatly before placing it in the envelope.
• The camp chair folds up for easy storage.
• After the meeting, they folded the agenda and left the room.

Synonyms

crease • bend • collapse

Antonyms

unfold • spread • open