Synonyms for pleat

Synonyms for (noun) pleat

Synonyms: pleat, plait

Definition: any of various types of fold formed by doubling fabric back upon itself and then pressing or stitching into shape

Similar words: flexure, fold, plication, crease, crimp, bend

Definition: an angular or rounded shape made by folding

Usage: a fold in the napkin; a crease in his trousers; a plication on her blouse; a flexure of the colon; a bend of his elbow


Synonyms for (verb) pleat

Synonyms: pleat, plicate

Definition: fold into pleats, "Pleat the cloth"

Similar words: turn up, fold, fold up

Definition: bend or lay so that one part covers the other

Usage: fold up the newspaper; turn up your collar


Synonyms: pleat, ruffle

Definition: pleat or gather into a ruffle

Usage: ruffle the curtain fabric

Similar words: turn up, fold, fold up

Definition: bend or lay so that one part covers the other

Usage: fold up the newspaper; turn up your collar


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