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folded

The correct spelling is folded.

How to pronounce folded

/ˈfəʊldɪd/
verb

IPA: /ˈfəʊldɪd/

Say it like: Fol-ded

The correct spelling is folded. To bend (any thin material, such as paper) over so that it comes in contact with itself. For example: "If you fold the sheets, they'll fit more easily in the drawer."

Usage Examples

If you fold the sheets, they'll fit more easily in the drawer.

Cardboard doesn't fold very easily.

The chair folded under his enormous weight.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To bend (any thin material, such as paper) over so that it comes in contact with itself.
  2. 2.To make the proper arrangement (in a thin material) by bending.
  3. 3.To become folded; to form folds.
  4. 4.To fall over; to be crushed.
  5. 5.To enclose within folded arms (see also enfold).

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