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folded

FOHL-dihd

Folded (adj) means Bent over on itself; having creases from folding. Example: “She kept the folded map in her glove compartment.”

adj
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Bent over on itself; having creases from folding.
"She kept the folded map in her glove compartment."

How to use folded

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In plain EnglishAlready bent over into a fold, ready to be stored or carried.

Common pairings
neatly folded folded arms a folded letter
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She kept the _____ map in her glove compartment.

creased doubled-over bent

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Frequently asked questions

What does “folded” mean?

The word “folded” means bent over on itself; having creases from folding. In plain terms, already bent over into a fold, ready to be stored or carried.

How do you pronounce “folded”?

“Folded” is pronounced FOHL-dihd (/ˈfoʊldɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “folded” in a sentence?

Here is “folded” used in a sentence: “She kept the folded map in her glove compartment.”

What part of speech is “folded”?

“Folded” is an adjective.

Is “folded” a common word?

“Folded” is an uncommon word in modern English.

What is the difference between folded and creased?

Folded describes something bent over on itself, often intentionally, such as folded laundry or a folded letter. Creased can describe the same result but is also used more broadly for unwanted wrinkles or lines, even when the item was not deliberately folded.

Is folded an adjective or a verb form?

Folded functions as an adjective when it describes a state, as in "a folded map," and as the past tense or past participle of the verb "fold," as in "she folded the towels." Context determines which role it plays in a sentence.

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