| 释义 |
enfold
—enfolder, n. —enfoldment, n.
/en fohld"/, v.t.
1. to wrap up; envelop: to enfold someone in a cloak.
2. to surround as if with folds: He wished to enfold her in the warmth of his love. What happened is enfolded in mystery.
3. to hug or clasp; embrace: She enfolded him in her arms.
4. to form into a fold or folds: The material of the skirt had been enfolded to form a loose, graceful drape.
Also, infold.
[1585-95; EN-1 + FOLD1] |