the process whereby a protein molecule assumes its intricate three-dimensional shape; understanding protein folding is the next step in deciphering the genetic code

[ Syn: protein folding ]

a geological process that causes a bend in a stratum of rock

[ Syn: fold ]

the act of folding; he gave the napkins a double fold

[ Syn: fold ]

capable of being folded up and stored; a foldaway bed

[ Syn: foldable , foldaway ]