noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Synonym of infolding.

Verb

1. 1
   To fold inwards.
2. 2
   To wrap up or inwrap; involve; inclose; enfold or envelop. transitive
3. 3
   To clasp with the arms; embrace. transitive

Synonyms

All synonyms

creasecrimpcrispcwtchdoubleembrace

Etymology

From Middle English infolden, equivalent to in- + fold.

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