CEFR B2

folding

gerund

Meaning

The action of bending something, especially a piece of paper or cloth, so that one part covers another.

Examples

The careful folding of the map made it easy to store.
She was taught the proper folding technique for origami cranes.

Synonyms: creasing, bending, pleating, collapsing

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folding (B2)

gerund

Pronunciation: /ˈfoʊldɪŋ/

Definition

The action of bending something, especially a piece of paper or cloth, so that one part covers another.

Examples

The careful folding of the map made it easy to store.
She was taught the proper folding technique for origami cranes.
After washing, the folding of towels is a common household chore.

How to Use folding

folding of (prepositional phrase): The action of bending something. — "The folding of the letter took only a moment."
folding chair (collocation): A chair that can be folded up for easy storage or transport. — "He sat on a folding chair by the side of the road."
folding money (collocation): Coins and banknotes that can be carried easily in a wallet or pocket. — "I prefer to carry a little folding money for small purchases."

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