Origami Techniques

3 words in this vocabulary list

noun a group or community of people who share a common interest or profession

verb to bend something over on itself

  • She carefully folded the letter before placing it in the envelope.
  • I always fold my clothes before putting them away in the drawer.
  • Hey, can you fold this paper airplane for me?
  • Under pressure, he finally decided to fold and accept the terms of the negotiation.

verb to fold or bend something into layers or pleats

  • The scientist observed the plicate structure of the protein under the microscope.
  • She noticed the plicate pattern on the fabric of her dress.
  • Check out the plicate design on that new phone case!
  • The complexities of the legal system can be plicate to navigate.

verb to open or spread out from a folded position

  • The events of the meeting will unfold according to the agenda.
  • Let's wait and see how things unfold before making a decision.
  • I have a feeling this party is going to unfold into something epic.
  • As time passes, the true meaning of his words will slowly unfold.