paper folding

noun
UK: /ˈpeɪpə(r) ˈfəʊldɪŋ/
US: /ˈpeɪpər ˈfoʊldɪŋ/

  1. The art of folding paper into decorative shapes and figures.

    1. I like paper folding, it's fun to make animals.
    2. Her paper folding skills were impressive, especially the complex crane.

  2. A specific instance or creation resulting from the practice of folding paper.

    1. This paper folding is my best one so far.
    2. The exhibition featured various paper folding techniques and designs.

Synonyms

origami
paper folding verb

  1. To create something by folding paper.

    1. She likes paper folding to make a bird.
    2. He is paper folding an origami swan for his girlfriend's birthday.
paper folding adjective

  1. Relating to or involving the art of folding paper.

    1. The paper folding club meets every Tuesday.
    2. I took a paper folding class to learn new origami designs.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "paper folding" in English means: The art of folding paper into decorative shapes and figures., A specific instance or creation resulting from the practice of folding paper..

The phonetic transcription of "paper folding" is /ˈpeɪpə(r) ˈfəʊldɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈpeɪpər ˈfoʊldɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "paper folding": origami.

Example usage of "paper folding": "I like paper folding, it's fun to make animals.". More examples on the page.