Refolded: meaning, definitions and examples
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refolded
[ rɪˈfoʊldɪd ]
past tense
Refolded is the past tense of the verb refold, which means to fold something again, typically after it has been unfolded. This can refer to clothing, paper, or any material that can be folded.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She refolded the letter carefully.
- After the presentation, he refolded the map.
- The origami artist refolded the paper to make it look neater.
Translations
Translations of the word "refolded" in other languages:
🇵🇹 dobrado novamente
🇮🇳 फिर से मोड़ा हुआ
🇩🇪 wieder gefaltet
🇮🇩 dilipat kembali
🇺🇦 знову складений
🇵🇱 ponownie złożony
🇯🇵 再折り返された
🇫🇷 repliqué
🇪🇸 vuelto a doblar
🇹🇷 yeniden katlanmış
🇰🇷 다시 접힌
🇸🇦 مُطَوَيَة مرة أخرى
🇨🇿 znovu složený
🇸🇰 znovu zložený
🇨🇳 重新折叠
🇸🇮 ponovno zložen
🇮🇸 aftur falið
🇰🇿 қайта бүктелген
🇬🇪 მחדש დაკეცილი
🇦🇿 yenidən qatlanmış
🇲🇽 vuelto a doblar
Etymology
The term 'refolded' originates from the combination of the prefix 're-', denoting 'again', and 'fold', which comes from the Old English word 'foldian', meaning 'to fold or to bend'. The action of folding has been a part of human activity for centuries, ranging from the practical folding of fabrics in clothing to the artistic folding seen in origami. The use of 'refold' entered the English language as a simple way to describe the action of folding something that has been previously folded before. This concept is essential in various contexts, from everyday tasks like laundry management to technical applications such as document processing or graphic design. The adaptability and rich history of folding practices have allowed the word 'refolded' to become relevant in both casual and formal discussions, demonstrating the intersection of language, function, and culture.