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- foist/fɔɪst/To force an unwanted or inferior thing onto someone, often secretly or deceitfully.verbverb-transitiveC1
- fokine/ˈfəʊkiːn/A surname, specifically associated with the Russian choreographer Mikhail Fokine (1880–1942), a pivotal figure in the development of modern ballet.nounVery Low
- fokker/ˈfɒk.ə/A proper noun referring to a famous Dutch aircraft manufacturing company and its founder, Anthony Fokker.nounLow
- folacin/ˈfəʊ.lə.sɪn/A form of vitamin B9, also known as folic acid, essential for cell growth and development.nounLow (Specialist/Technical)
- folate/ˈfəʊ.leɪt/A B vitamin, specifically vitamin B9, that occurs naturally in foods like leafy green vegetables and is essential for cell growth and function.nounC1
- fold/fəʊld/To bend something (especially paper, cloth, or a flat, flexible material) so that one part of it lies on top of another part.nounverbverb-intransitive+1B1
- fold up/ˌfəʊld ˈʌp/To bend something (like paper, cloth, or furniture) so that one part lies flat against another part, making it smaller and often easier to store.verbIntermediate (B1)
- fold-and-thrust belt/ˈfəʊld ən(d) ˈθrʌst ˌbelt/A major geological structure in mountainous regions, formed by the compression of Earth's crust, where rocks are folded and thrust (pushed) over one another.nounC2/Technical
- foldaway/ˈfəʊldəweɪ/A type of furniture or object that can be folded for easy storage when not in use.adjectivenounB2
- foldback/ˈfəʊldbæk/A system for returning audio signals to performers during a live performance or recording session so they can hear themselves and other musicians.nounC1
- foldboat/ˈfəʊldbəʊt/A small boat designed to be folded into a compact shape for easy transport and storage.nounVery Rare
- folded dipole/ˌfəʊl.dɪd ˈdaɪ.pəʊl/A type of radio antenna consisting of a dipole with its ends folded back and connected to form a closed loop, providing increased bandwidth and impedance compared to a simple dipole.nounC2
- folder/ˈfəʊldə(r)/A folded piece of cardboard or plastic used for holding loose papers; a container for organising documents.nounB1
- folderol/ˌfɒl.dəˈrɒl/Nonsense; foolishness.nounC2
- folding chair/ˈfəʊldɪŋ ʧeə/A portable chair with a frame that allows it to be folded flat for storage and transport.nounB1
- folding door/ˈfəʊldɪŋ dɔː/A door consisting of multiple hinged panels that fold together when opened, creating a space-saving mechanism.nounB2
- folding knife/ˈfəʊldɪŋ naɪf/A knife with a blade that pivots into the handle, allowing it to be safely carried when closed.nounB2
- folding money/ˈfəʊldɪŋ ˌmʌni/Paper currency, as distinct from coins or electronic funds.nounMedium
- folding press/ˈfəʊldɪŋ prɛs/A machine designed to apply pressure to fold materials, often paper, cardboard, or textiles.nounC1
- foldout/ˈfəʊldaʊt/something designed to be unfolded or opened out from a folded position, often part of a larger publication or piece of furnitureadjectivenounC1
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