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upfold

[ uhp-fohld ]

verb (used with object)

  1. to fold up or together:

    Some morning-glories upfold their flowers by noon.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of upfold1

First recorded in 1300–50, upfold is from the Middle English word upfolden. See up-, fold 1

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Example Sentences

It was a sorrowful day at the Upfold Farm in spite of the children's unconscious mirthfulness.

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