unfold

Universal Words verb 1 to spread open or flat sth that has previously been folded; to become open and flat: [VN] to unfold a map / tablecloth / letter * She unfolded her arms. [also V] OPPFOLD 2 to be gradually made known; to gradually make sth known to other people: [V] The audience watched the story unfold before their eyes. * Dramatic events were about to unfold. * [VN] She unfolded her tale to us.