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enfold
verb en·fold \in-ˈfōld, en-\
: to cover (someone or something) completely
: to hold (someone or something) in your arms
Full Definition of ENFOLD
transitive verb
2
: to clasp within the arms : embrace
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First Known Use of ENFOLD
1566
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Rhymes with ENFOLD
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ENFOLD Defined for Kids
enfold
verb en·fold \in-ˈfōld\
en·fold·eden·fold·ing
Definition of ENFOLD for Kids
1
: to wrap up <He carefully enfolded the infant in a blanket.>
2
: 1embrace 1
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