fold up - Definition & Meaning | Lingo Dictionary

fold up

to bend something to make it smaller or more compactto bend something to make it smaller or more compact

Examples

He carefully folded up the letter before placing it in the envelope.
When you're done with the map, fold it up neatly and return it to the glove compartment.
After the picnic, it's time to fold up the picnic table and chairs.

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fold up

Present Participle

folding up

Past Tense

folded up

Past Participle

folded up

1

to bend something to make it smaller or more compact

He carefully folded up the letter before placing it in the envelope.
When you're done with the map, fold it up neatly and return it to the glove compartment.
After the picnic, it's time to fold up the picnic table and chairs.
After the camping trip, it's time to fold the tent up and pack it away.
She instructed the students to fold up their notebooks and put them in their bags.

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2

to become smaller or more compact by bending or collapsing

The map easily folds up when not in use.
If you're not careful, the umbrella can suddenly fold up in the wind.
When the strong gust of wind blew, the beach umbrella folded up suddenly.
The collapsible chair folds up neatly, making it convenient to carry.

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