Pronunciation: [fˈə͡ʊlda͡ʊt] (IPA) 
The word "foldout" is spelled as [foʊld-aʊt], with two syllables and a stressed second syllable. The first syllable "fold" is pronounced with the same vowel sound as in "old". The second syllable "out" has the diphthong sound [aʊ], similar to the sound in "down" or "loud". "Foldout" is commonly used to describe a sheet of paper or a section of a book that can be folded out for easier reading or viewing.
A foldout is a noun that refers to a piece of printed material, such as a map, diagram, or chart, that is bound into a book or other publication but can be unfolded or opened up to display additional information or illustrations. It typically consists of one or more leaves or pages that have been created separately and then attached to a larger page or surface along a fold line.
Foldouts are designed to provide extra content when needed, without taking up space in the main body of a publication. They allow for detailed visual representations or extensive information to be presented in a compact and easily accessible format. Common examples of foldouts include city maps inserted in travel guides, architectural plans in books about buildings, or diagrams in scientific journals.
The purpose of using foldouts is to complement the main text and enhance the reader's understanding of the subject matter. By utilizing foldouts, publishers can provide supplementary materials that may not fit within the regular page layout but are crucial to conveying complex or detailed information effectively. These additional pages can be unfolded or opened up when required and conveniently folded back into the publication, providing a seamless reading experience.
Overall, foldouts serve as valuable tools to incorporate supplementary visual elements, illustrations, or text into publications while maintaining a compact and organized format.
The word "foldout" is a compound word consisting of "fold" and "out". The etymology of "fold" can be traced back to the Old English word "fealdan", which means "to bend, bend over, or double up". It is related to the Old Norse word "falda" and the Dutch word "vouwen". "Out", on the other hand, comes from the Old English word "ūt", derived from the Proto-Germanic word "*ūt". Combined, "foldout" refers to something that is designed to be folded or bent outward, typically used to describe a page or section of a book, brochure, or other printed material that can be opened out.
