foldup

or fold-up

[ fohld-uhp ]

noun

1. something, as a chair or bed, that can be folded up and stored away when not in use.
2. termination or closing:

   the foldup of the town's newspaper.

3. a giving in; capitulation:

   a foldup of management under union pressure.

Word History and Origins

Origin of foldup¹

First recorded in 1890–95; noun use of verb phrase fold up

Example Sentences

The North End supporters’ section begins 12 feet off the pitch and is set at a 34-degree angle, with foldup seats and standing rails that should create an imposing presence behind the goal.

From Washington Times

People bring in their own foldup chairs and lawn chairs, and so sometimes it looks more like the congregation is watching a parade or sitting at a barbecue instead of being at church.

From Literature

Everyone turned in their lawn chairs and foldup chairs and looked at one another.

From Literature

Dr. Mitchell’s office contains her foldup bike for her commute to Park Slope, Brooklyn.

From New York Times