1. to bend something over on itself so that one part covers another
2. to bring together and intertwine parts of something
3. to close and go out of business
Usage: informal

1. a line or crease made by folding
2. a part that has been folded over
3. an enclosure for sheep or other livestock

Examples

• She folded the letter and put it in an envelope.
• Please fold your hands and listen quietly.
• The restaurant folded after only six months.
• There was a deep fold in the fabric.
• The sheep were kept safe in the fold.
• He made a paper airplane by folding the paper carefully.
• The map had several folds from being stored in the glove compartment.