Unfold

/ʌnˈfəʊld/ noun verb

In functional programming, a kind of higher-order function that is the opposite of a fold.

Definition

  1. (noun) In functional programming, a kind of higher-order function that is the opposite of a fold.
  2. (verb) To undo a folding. “to unfold a map; to unfold a tablecloth; she unpacks the new dress and unfolds it carefully”
  3. (verb) To turn out; to happen; to develop.
  4. (verb) To reveal.
  5. (verb) To open (anything covered or closed); to lay open to view or contemplation; to bring out in all the details, or by successive development. “to unfold one's designs;  to unfold the principles of a science”
  6. (verb) To release from a fold or pen. “to unfold sheep”

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  • Unfold contains 6 letters: 2 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
  • It uses 6 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 2.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 10.

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What does Unfold mean?

In functional programming, a kind of higher-order function that is the opposite of a fold.

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Unfold has 6 letters.

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