verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

gather up, pleat

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Example Sentences

Example:He gathered up the corners of the fabric to create a shirred effect.

Definition:to pull together and form into small folds or wrinkles.

From gather up

Example:She pleated the fabric and shirred it to create a decorative effect.

Definition:to fold (a cloth, etc.) in pleats or folds.

From pleat