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Definition unfold in American English

unfold verb

verb
/ʌnˈfoʊld/
1

to open something that was folded

Example

Lewis unfolded the note and read it quickly.

Example

We need to unfold the chairs before everyone arrives.

Synonyms and related words
close fold up fold open up undo unlock
1.1

to become open after being folded

Example

The first bright red blossoms were unfolding in the field.

Synonyms and related words
close fold up fold
2

to happen, or to develop

Example

We stood and watched the drama unfold.

Synonyms and related words
happen come about occur
2.1

to become more clear as details become known

Example

The scandal is still unfolding, and it may be weeks before it is settled.

Synonyms and related words
come out get around leak out
Definition unfold in American English