pleat

• 名词，指将布料折叠回自身并压平或缝制固定而形成的褶，常用于衣服、裙子等以增加造型或活动余量。

A noun referring to a type of fold created by doubling fabric back upon itself and then pressing or stitching it into shape.

1. Fabric foldB1formal

   A type of fold created by doubling fabric back on itself and then pressing or stitching it into shape.

   褶

   • The skirt had neat pleats running down the front.
   • She ironed the pleats to keep them crisp.
   • The tailor sewed the pleats carefully to ensure they stayed in place.

   同义词foldplaittuck

• 动词，指把布料折叠或整理成整齐平行的褶裥（即百褶）。

A verb meaning to fold or arrange fabric into regular, parallel folds (pleats).

1. Fold into pleatsB2formal

   To arrange fabric into a series of parallel folds, typically for decorative or functional purposes.

   打褶

   • The tailor pleated the skirt to give it more volume.
   • She carefully pleated the curtains to create a neat pattern.
   • He pleated the paper to make a fan.

   同义词creasecrimpfoldgatherplaitshirrtuck

2. Gather into a ruffleB2formal

   To gather or draw fabric into small, tight folds to create a ruffled effect.

   打褶成荷叶边

   • The dressmaker pleated the fabric into a delicate ruffle along the neckline.
   • She pleated the hem of the blouse to add a decorative touch.
   • The designer pleated the sleeves into soft ruffles.

   同义词crimpfoldgatherpuckerruffleshirrtuck