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2 definitions foundFrom WordNet (r) 2.0 [wn]: infolding noun: the folding in of an outer layer so as to form a pocket in the surface; "the invagination of the blastula" [syn: {invagination}, {introversion}, {intussusception}] From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.44 [gcide]: Infold \In*fold"\ (?n-f?ld"), verb (used with an object) [imp. & p. p. {Infolded}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Infolding}.] [Pref. in- in + fold.] [Written also {enfold}.] 1. To wrap up or cover with folds; to envelop; to inwrap; to inclose; to involve. Gilded tombs do worms infold. --Shak. Infold his limbs in bands. --Blackmore. 2. To clasp with the arms; to embrace. Noble Banquo, . . . let me infold thee, And hold thee to my heart. --Shak. | |||
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