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upfolds

/ʌpˈfoʊldz/
noun
  1. A fold or crease that goes upward, especially in fabric, paper, or geological layers.
    • She smoothed the upfolds in the tablecloth before setting the plates.
    • Geologists studied the upfolds in the rock layers to understand ancient mountain formation.
    • The dress had delicate upfolds along the sleeves that gave it a puffy look.
Synonyms
foldcreaseridge
verb
  1. To fold something upward or so that it rises.
    • He upfolds the edge of the paper to create a small flap.
    • The baker upfolds the dough gently to trap air inside.
    • She upfolds the hem of her skirt to keep it from dragging on the wet ground.
Antonyms
unfoldflatten
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