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creasing

[/ˈkriːsɪŋ/]
noun/verb (present participle)
vinco, dobra, amassadura
1. The process of making or forming creases (folds or wrinkles) in fabric, paper, or other material
The creasing of the paper made it easier to fold.
O vinco do papel facilitou a dobragem.
2. A wrinkle or fold that forms on skin, fabric, or surface
The creasing around her eyes showed her age.
As rugas ao redor dos olhos dela revelavam sua idade.
3. In printing, the process of creating a compressed line that allows for easier folding
Creasing is essential in the finishing process of booklets.
O vinco é essencial no processo de acabamento de livretos.
Synonyms
foldingwrinklingfurrowingpleating
Antonyms
smoothingflatteningpressing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vinco, amassadura
Common usage for fabric or paper folding
Portugal
vincadura, dobra
More formal term used in printing industry

Related Idioms & Phrases

creasing up (laughing uncontrollably)
crease resistant (fabric that resists wrinkles)
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