Plication

Pronunciation: /ˈpiˈɫiˈkæˌtaɪən/

Plication (noun)

  1. A fold or series of folds in cloth or paper, made to shape it or make it lie flat.
  2. A medical procedure where tissue is folded and stitched to make an area tighter or smaller.
  3. A part of a document that is added to support the main text, such as extra details or records.

Examples

  • The plication creates neat folds in the fabric.
  • A plication makes the cloth look structured and tidy.