Pronunciation: /foʊld/
noun a group or community of people who share a common interest or profession
A1 I folded the paper in half.
A2 She carefully folded the napkin into a swan.
B1 He found a secret message hidden in the fold of the map.
B2 The tailor made precise folds in the fabric for the dress.
C1 The origami artist created intricate folds in the paper crane.
C2 The chef demonstrated the art of making perfectly symmetrical folds in the pastry dough.
verb to bend something over on itself
A1 I fold my clothes before putting them in the drawer.
A2 She folded the paper in half to make a card for her friend.
B1 The chef showed us how to fold the dough to make the perfect croissant.
B2 He carefully folded the letter and sealed it in an envelope.
C1 The artist demonstrated how to fold the origami paper into a beautiful crane.
C2 She expertly folded the map back up after studying it for directions.
formal She carefully folded the letter before placing it in the envelope.
informal I always fold my clothes before putting them away in the drawer.
slang Hey, can you fold this paper airplane for me?
figurative Under pressure, he finally decided to fold and accept the terms of the negotiation.
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