1. n. the act of folding (view details)
2. n. the process whereby a protein molecule assumes its intricate three-dimensional shape (view details)

Meaning 1: (noun) the act of folding
Usage Example(s): he gave the napkins a double fold
Synonym(s): fold ( what does fold stand for? )
folding is a kind of: change of shape ( what does change of shape stand for? )
folding is derived from: fold, fold up ( what does fold up stand for? ), turn up ( what does turn up stand for? )

Meaning 2: (noun) the process whereby a protein molecule assumes its intricate three-dimensional shape
Usage Example(s): understanding protein folding is the next step in deciphering the genetic code
Synonym(s): protein folding ( what does protein folding stand for? )

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