Foldable: meaning, definitions and examples

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foldable

 

[ ˈfoʊldəbl ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

design

Capable of being folded into a smaller size or shape for easy storage or transportation.

Synonyms

collapsible, flexible, portable

Examples of usage

  • The new foldable table is perfect for small apartments.
  • She bought a foldable chair for outdoor events.
Context #2 | Noun

technology

A type of electronic device with a flexible display that can be folded or rolled up without damage.

Synonyms

flexible display device, folding device

Examples of usage

  • The latest smartphones feature foldable screens.
  • I am excited to try out the new foldable laptop.

Translations

Translations of the word "foldable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dobrável

🇮🇳 मुड़ने योग्य

🇩🇪 faltbar

🇮🇩 dapat dilipat

🇺🇦 складний

🇵🇱 składany

🇯🇵 折りたたみ可能な

🇫🇷 pliable

🇪🇸 plegable

🇹🇷 katlanabilir

🇰🇷 접을 수 있는

🇸🇦 قابل للطي

🇨🇿 skládací

🇸🇰 skladací

🇨🇳 可折叠的

🇸🇮 zložljiv

🇮🇸 samanbrjótanlegur

🇰🇿 жиналмалы

🇬🇪 დასაკეცი

🇦🇿 qatlanan

🇲🇽 plegable

Etymology

The term 'foldable' emerged in the late 19th century, combining the words 'fold' and 'able'. It originally referred to objects that could be folded or bent without breaking. In the technological context, the term became popular with the development of devices with flexible displays in the 21st century.

See also: bifold, fold, folder, folding, unfold.