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File: meaning, definitions and examples

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file

 

[ faษชl ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

digital storage

A folder or collection of data stored on a computer or other electronic device.

Synonyms

data, document, record

Examples of usage

  • I saved the document in a file on my desktop.
  • The file size is too large to send via email.
Context #2 | Noun

tool for shaping

A tool with a rough surface used to smooth or shape wood, metal, or other material.

Synonyms

buffer, grater, rasp

Examples of usage

  • He used a file to smooth out the rough edges of the metal piece.
  • The carpenter selected a fine file for the delicate woodworking project.
Context #3 | Verb

arrangement

To place papers or documents in a specific order for easy reference.

Synonyms

arrange, organize, sort

Examples of usage

  • She filed the invoices alphabetically for better organization.
  • The secretary filed the reports according to their due dates.

Translations

Translations of the word "file" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น arquivo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเคผเคพเค‡เคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Datei

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berkas

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะฐะนะป

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ plik

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚กใ‚คใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fichier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ archivo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dosya

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒŒ์ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู„ู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ soubor

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sรบbor

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ–‡ไปถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ datoteka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skrรก

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะฐะนะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒแƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fayl

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ archivo

Etymology

The word 'file' originated from the Latin word 'filum', which means 'thread' or 'wire'. It was initially used in the context of a line or row of people or objects. Over time, the term evolved to refer to a collection of papers or documents arranged in a specific order. With the advancement of technology, 'file' also came to be associated with digital storage and organization. Today, 'file' is a versatile word used in various contexts, from digital folders to woodworking tools.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,227, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.