folding

nouns

the process whereby a protein molecule assumes its intricate three-dimensional shape
"understanding protein folding is the next step in deciphering the genetic code"
folding, protein folding
a geological process that causes a bend in a stratum of rock
fold, folding
the act of folding
"he gave the napkins a double fold"
fold, folding
is derived from
fold

adjectives

capable of being folded up and stored
"a foldaway bed"
foldable, foldaway, folding