fanfold
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈfænˌfoʊld/
KK: /ˈfænˌfoʊld/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is arranged in a way that resembles a fan, with sheets or layers folded back and forth.
Example
The fanfold paper made it easy to tear off individual sheets.
Conversation
I just bought some fanfold paper for my project.
Oh cool! I love how easy it is to use.
Yeah, it really saves time compared to regular sheets.
Definitely! Plus, it looks unique when you use it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
pleated
folded
concertina
Antonyms
flat
smooth
unfolded
noun
Definition
A type of paper that is folded in a way that resembles a fan, often used for business forms or tape.
Example
The printer produced a stack of fanfold paper for the invoices.
Conversation
I found some old documents in the attic that were printed on fanfold paper.
Really? I haven't seen that kind of paper in ages!
Yeah, it brought back memories of using it for school projects.
Root Explanation
Fanfold → It is formed from "fan" (from the verb meaning to spread out or open) and "fold" (from Old English "fealdan", meaning to bend or lay over). The word describes a method of folding paper in a way that resembles a fan, creating a series of alternating folds.
Memory Tip
Imagine spreading out a fan and then folding it back — that's how fanfold means to fold paper in a fan-like manner.
Visually Confused Words
manyfold
manifold