bifold

American

[bahy-fohld] / ˈbaɪˌfoʊld /

Also bifolding

adjective

capable of being folded into two parts, as with leaves that are hinged together.

a bifold door; bifold shutters.

Etymology

Origin of bifold

bi- ¹ + -fold

Example Sentences

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If you are space-challenged, Conner likes turning closets into mini offices — the bifold door sizes are easiest — but you can do it with standard closets too.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 30, 2022

Dean Leather’s simple bifold wallet features a wire money clip and a slot for cards and identification.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 2, 2022

When the renovation was in the framing stage, Matt realized that if he installed a bifold NanaWall glass door between the family room and the adjacent screened porch, it would nearly double the entertaining space.

From Washington Post • Jun. 30, 2022

Connolly added that he had been the one who came up with the false story that Depp had damaged his finger in bifold doors.

From The Guardian • Jul. 14, 2020

The scholar shames us by his bifold life.

From Essays — First Series by Emerson, Ralph Waldo

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