What is the meaning of folding?

noun

• The process whereby a protein molecule assumes its intricate three-dimensional shape.
  • usage: "understanding protein folding is the next step in deciphering the genetic code"
  • synonyms: protein folding
• A geological process that causes a bend in a stratum of rock.
  • synonyms: fold
• The act of folding.
  • usage: "he gave the napkins a double fold"
  • synonyms: fold

verb

• Bend or lay so that one part covers the other.
  • usage: "fold up the newspaper"; "turn up your collar"
  • synonyms: fold, fold up, turn up
• Incorporate a food ingredient into a mixture by repeatedly turning it over without stirring or beating.
  • usage: "Fold the egg whites into the batter"
  • synonyms: fold
• Cease to operate or cause to cease operating.
  • usage: "The owners decided to move and to close the factory"; "My business closes every night at 8 P. M."; "close up the shop"
  • synonyms: close up, close, fold, shut down, close down
• Confine in a fold, like sheep.
  • synonyms: pen up, fold
• Become folded or folded up.
  • usage: "The bed folds in a jiffy"
  • synonyms: fold, fold up

adjective

• Capable of being folded up and stored.
  • usage: "a foldaway bed"
  • synonyms: foldable, foldaway