origami
noun
ori·ga·mi
ˌȯr-ə-ˈgä-mē 
: the Japanese art or process of folding squares of paper into representational shapes
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Coatings, overdyes and origami-like leg shapes added interest to Feng Chen Wang’s wide-leg jeans.
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Experience traditional performances like taiko drumming and dance; sample authentic Japanese cuisine; explore arts and crafts exhibitions featuring ikebana and origami; and engage in hands-on activities such as tea ceremonies and language lessons.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 10 Feb. 2026
Precise placement is possible using DNA origami, which folds DNA into nanoscale shapes to guide molecules into position.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 31 Jan. 2026
Google DeepMind extended Gemini into robotics with capabilities ranging from folding origami to card manipulation.
—Janakiram Msv, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Experience traditional performances like taiko drumming and dance; sample authentic Japanese cuisine; explore arts and crafts exhibitions featuring ikebana and origami; and engage in hands-on activities such as tea ceremonies and language lessons.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 29 Jan. 2026
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origami
noun
ori·ga·mi
ˌȯr-ə-ˈgäm-ē
: the Japanese art of folding paper into shapes
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