bifold

[ bahy-fohld ]

adjective

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

   a bifold door; bifold shutters.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bifold¹

bi- ¹ + -fold

Example Sentences

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

From Los Angeles Times

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

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

From Los Angeles Times

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

Another way to solve your small-door situation is to hire a contractor to blow open the wall and install bifold doors.

From Seattle Times