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Folding
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fohlding
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Simple meaning
What does Folding mean?
Bending over itself.
Dictionary definition
Bending something over itself, or designed to be folded.
Example sentences
Folding in a sentence
easy
She is folding the laundry.
medium
A folding chair saves space.
hard
Folding can describe paper, clothing, furniture, proteins, or anything that bends into layers.
Synonyms
Words like Folding
bendingChanging shape by curving or turning.
foldRelated word that supports the meaning of folding.
Antonyms
Opposite words
unfoldingOpening out from a folded state.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to folding, depending on context.
Word family
Folding word family
Base word
folding
noun
foldings
More than one folding.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does folding mean?
Folding means bending over itself.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to folding?
Bending is close in meaning to folding in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of folding?
Unfolding contrasts with folding.
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