fold up
1 of 1verb/ˈfoʊld ʌp/
Forms:folding up,folded up,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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