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folding
01
designed in a way that can be folded or bent so it takes up less space
Examples
The folding chair was easy to store when not in use.
She bought a folding table that could be easily transported for outdoor events.
Folding
01
the action or process of bending or creasing something over
Examples
The folding of the map made it fit into his pocket.
She demonstrated proper folding of the clothes.
02
the process by which a protein or polypeptide chain assumes its functional three-dimensional structure
Examples
Protein folding is critical for enzymatic activity.
Molecular chaperones assist in protein folding.
03
(in geology) the bending or deformation of rock layers due to compressional forces
Examples
Folding bends rock layers, forming wrinkles in the Earth's crust.
The Rocky Mountains show evidence of extensive folding.
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