enfold

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]

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