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Folding
- verb -
- a geological process that causes a bend in a stratum of rock
- become folded or folded up; "The bed folds in a jiffy"
- bend or lay so that one part covers the other; "fold up the newspaper"; "turn up your collar"
- capable of being folded up and stored; "a foldaway bed"
- confine in a fold, like sheep
- incorporate a food ingredient into a mixture by repeatedly turning it over without stirring or beating; "Fold the egg whites into the batter"
- the act of folding; "he gave the napkins a double fold"
- the process whereby a protein molecule assumes its intricate three-dimensional shape; "understanding protein folding is the next step in deciphering the genetic code"
Foldout
- noun - an oversize page that is folded in to a book or magazine
Foliage
- noun - (architecture) leaf-like architectural ornament
- greenery leaves
- the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants
Foliate
- adjective - (especially of metamorphic rock) having thin leaflike layers or strata
- (often used as a combining form) having or resembling a leaf or having a specified kind or number of leaves; "`foliate' is combined with the prefix `tri' to form the word `trifoliate'"
- coat or back with metal foil; "foliate glass"
- decorate with leaves
- grow leaves; "the tree foliated in Spring"
- hammer into thin flat foils; "foliate metal"
- number the pages of a book or manuscript
- ornamented with foliage or foils; "foliate tracery"; "a foliated capital"
Foliole
- - One of the distinct parts of a compound leaf; a leaflet.
Foliose
- adjective - bearing numerous leaves
Folious
- - Like a leaf; thin; unsubstantial.
Folkier
- unknown - of or pertaining to folk singers or folk music
Follies
- noun - a revue with elaborate costuming
- a stupid mistake
- foolish or senseless behavior
- the quality of being rash and foolish; "trying to drive through a blizzard is the height of folly"; "adjusting to an insane society is total foolishness"
- the trait of acting stupidly or rashly
Follows
- verb - accept and follow the leadership or command or guidance of; "Let's follow our great helmsman!"; "She followed a guru for years"
- act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes; "He complied with my instructions"; "You must comply or else!"; "Follow these simple rules"; "abide by the rules"
- adhere to or practice; "These people still follow the laws of their ancient religion"
- be later in time; "Tuesday always follows Monday"
- be next; "Mary plays best, with John and Sue following"
- be the successor (of); "Carter followed Ford"; "Will Charles succeed to the throne?"
- behave in accordance or in agreement with; "Follow a pattern"; "Follow my example"
- choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans; "She followed the feminist movement"; "The candidate espouses Republican ideals"
- come after in time, as a result; "A terrible tsunami followed the earthquake"
- come as a logic