Folder: meaning, definitions and examples

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folder

[ ˈfoʊldər ]

^{Context #1}

storage

A folded collection of papers, typically stored in a filing cabinet.

Synonyms

binder, directory, file

Examples of usage

I need to organize the documents in this folder.
She keeps all her important papers in a folder on her desk.

^{Context #2}

computing

An organizational unit on a computer that stores files and other folders.

Synonyms

directory, subdirectory

Examples of usage

You can find the file in the 'Documents' folder on the computer.
The folder contains all the images for the project.

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arranging

To arrange documents or files in a folder for organization.

Synonyms

file, organize, store

Examples of usage

I need to folder these papers before the meeting.
She folders all her emails to keep track of them.

Translations

Translations of the word "folder" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pasta

🇮🇳 फ़ोल्डर

🇩🇪 Ordner

🇮🇩 folder

🇺🇦 папка

🇵🇱 folder

🇯🇵 フォルダー

🇫🇷 dossier

🇪🇸 carpeta

🇹🇷 klasör

🇰🇷 폴더

🇸🇦 مجلد

🇨🇿 složka

🇸🇰 priečinok

🇨🇳 文件夹

🇸🇮 mapa

🇮🇸 mappa

🇰🇿 қалтасы

🇬🇪 საქაღალდე

🇦🇿 qovluq

🇲🇽 carpeta

Word origin

The word 'folder' originated from the Old French word 'fondrer' meaning 'to fold'. It was first used in the 15th century to refer to a folded collection of papers. Over time, with the advancement of technology, the term also came to be used in computing to refer to an organizational unit for storing files. The concept of folder has evolved to become an essential tool for organization and storage in both physical and digital contexts.

See also: bifold, fold, foldable, folding, unfold.