n.
Pronunciation: ˌ f ō -l ē - ' ā -sh ə n
Function: noun
Date: circa 1623
1 a : the process of forming into a leaf b : the state of being in leaf c : VERNATION
2 : the numbering of the leaves of a manuscript or early printed book
3 a : ornamentation with foliage b : a decoration resembling a leaf
4 : the enrichment of an opening by foils
5 : foliated texture