plication Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun an angular or rounded shape made by folding
   crease; fold; bend; flexure; crimp.
   
   • 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
2. noun the act of folding in parallel folds
   pleating.
   

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