Definitions

1. verb

to roll up or fold together, especially something like a page or a document

“The librarian will convolute the papers for easier storage.”

2. noun

a rolled or folded part, especially of a leaf or a page

“The convolutions of the leaf made it look like a miniature work of art.”

3. verb

to combine or blend different elements, especially in a complex or confused way

“The politician’s speech convoluted the issue, making it harder to understand.”

4. noun

a complex or confusing mixture of different ideas or elements

“The convolutions of the plot made it difficult to follow the story.”