folding

[FoldĀ·ing]

The act of folding

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The act of making a fold or folds; also, a fold; a doubling; a plication.

Noun
the act of folding; "he gave the napkins a double fold"

Noun
the process whereby a protein molecule assumes its intricate three-dimensional shape; "understanding protein folding is the next step in deciphering the genetic code"


p. pr. & vb. n.
of Fold

n.
The act of making a fold or folds; also, a fold; a doubling; a plication.

n.
The keepig of sheep in inclosures on arable land, etc.


Folding

Fold"ing , n. 1. The act of making a fold or folds; also, a fold; a doubling; a plication.
The lower foldings of the vest.
2. (Agric.) The keepig of sheep in inclosures on arable land, etc. Folding boat, a portable boat made by stretching canvas, etc., over jointed framework, used in campaigning, and by tourists, etc. Ham. Nav. Encyc. Folding chairFolding door, one of two or more doors filling a single and hung upon hinges.

The act of making a fold or folds; also, a fold; a doubling; a plication.

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Cynicism is kind of like folding your arms and stepping back and commenting on things, like the old guys in 'The Muppets,' just throwing out comments all the time, whereas there are other people on the ground really trying to affect things and improve their lives and the lives of other people. I think it's noble and I think it's cool.

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