Unrollunfold

Unrollunfold is a term that describes the process of taking a rolled or folded object and returning it to its flattened or extended state. This can apply to a variety of items, such as paper, fabric, metal sheeting, or even abstract concepts like a plan or a story. The action of unrolling or unfolding implies a reversal of a previous action, moving from a compact or enclosed form to a more expansive one.

The specific method of unrolling or unfolding depends on the material and how it was initially manipulated. Paper or fabric might be unrolled from a spool or unfolded from creases. Metal sheets, often rolled for transport or storage, are unrolled using specialized machinery. In a metaphorical sense, unrolling a plan might involve detailing each step, while unfolding a story suggests revealing its narrative arc. The opposite of unrolling or unfolding would be rolling or folding. The term emphasizes the transition from a state of compression or containment to one of expansion and visibility.