folding Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun the process whereby a protein molecule assumes its intricate three-dimensional shape
   protein folding.
   
   • understanding protein folding is the next step in deciphering the genetic code
2. noun a geological process that causes a bend in a stratum of rock
   fold.
   
3. noun the act of folding
   fold.
   
   • he gave the napkins a double fold
4. verb bend or lay so that one part covers the other
   fold up; fold; turn up.
   
   • fold up the newspaper
   • turn up your collar
5. verb incorporate a food ingredient into a mixture by repeatedly turning it over without stirring or beating
   fold.
   
   • Fold the egg whites into the batter
6. verb cease to operate or cause to cease operating
   shut down; close; close up; close down; fold.
   
   • The owners decided to move and to close the factory
   • My business closes every night at 8 P.M.
   • close up the shop
7. verb confine in a fold, like sheep
   fold; pen up.
   
8. verb become folded or folded up
   fold up; fold.
   
   • The bed folds in a jiffy
9. adjective satellite capable of being folded up and stored
   foldable; foldaway.
   
   • a foldaway bed

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