origami

Definition

Origami is the art of folding paper to create shapes, animals, or decorative objects, often without cutting or gluing the paper.

Usage & Nuances

'Origami' is a borrowed Japanese word used internationally. It is both a hobby and a traditional art form. You can say 'make origami' or 'do origami'. It's not usually countable (do not say 'an origami'), but 'an origami crane' is correct when referring to a specific model.

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