ENFOLD


Meaning of ENFOLD in English

— enfolder , n. — enfoldment , n.

/en fohld"/ , v.t.

1. to wrap up; envelop: to enfold someone in a cloak.

2. to surround as if with folds: He wished to enfold her in the warmth of his love. What happened is enfolded in mystery.

3. to hug or clasp; embrace: She enfolded him in her arms.

4. to form into a fold or folds: The material of the skirt had been enfolded to form a loose, graceful drape.

Also, infold .

[ 1585-95; EN- 1 + FOLD 1 ]

Random House Webster's Unabridged English dictionary.      Полный английский словарь Вебстер - Random House .