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unfold

The correct spelling is unfold.

How to pronounce unfold

/ʌnˈfəʊld/
noun

IPA: /ʌnˈfəʊld/

Say it like: Unf-old

The correct spelling is unfold. In functional programming, a kind of higher-order function that is the opposite of a fold. For example: "to unfold a map; to unfold a tablecloth; she unpacks the new dress and unfolds it carefully"

Usage Examples

to unfold a map; to unfold a tablecloth; she unpacks the new dress and unfolds it carefully

to unfold one's designs;  to unfold the principles of a science

to unfold sheep

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.In functional programming, a kind of higher-order function that is the opposite of a fold.

verb

  1. 1.To undo a folding.
  2. 2.To turn out; to happen; to develop.
  3. 3.To reveal.
  4. 4.To open (anything covered or closed); to lay open to view or contemplation; to bring out in all the details, or by successive development.
  5. 5.To release from a fold or pen.

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