Refiled: meaning, definitions and examples

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refiled

 

[ rɪˈfaɪld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

document management

Refiled refers to the act of placing something back into its original designated location, often in the context of organizing documents or files. This action might occur after reviewing or using the documents, ensuring they are stored correctly for future reference.

Synonyms

reorganized, returned, sorted.

Examples of usage

  • I refiled the reports after the meeting.
  • She refiled the papers to keep her desk tidy.
  • After updating the records, he refiled the folders in the cabinet.

Translations

Translations of the word "refiled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reabastecido

🇮🇳 फिर से भरा हुआ

🇩🇪 nachgefüllt

🇮🇩 diisi ulang

🇺🇦 перезаправлений

🇵🇱 uzupełniony

🇯🇵 再補充された

🇫🇷 réapprovisionné

🇪🇸 reabastecido

🇹🇷 yeniden doldurulmuş

🇰🇷 재보충된

🇸🇦 إعادة التعبئة

🇨🇿 doplněný

🇸🇰 doplněný

🇨🇳 重新填充的

🇸🇮 ponovno napolnjen

🇮🇸 afturfyllt

🇰🇿 қайта толтырылған

🇬🇪 მחדש შევსებული

🇦🇿 yenidən doldurulmuş

🇲🇽 reabastecido

Etymology

The term 'refiled' is derived from the prefix 're-', meaning 'again' or 'back', and the word 'file', which originates from the Latin word 'filum' meaning 'thread' or 'linen string'. In the context of documents, a 'file' refers to a collection of papers or digital records that are organized for storage and retrieval. The evolution of filing systems, particularly in modern offices, has made the concept of re-filing essential for maintaining order and efficiency. As businesses shifted to paperless systems, the concept continued to apply as digital files also require organization. The blending of these terms reflects the changing nature of information management over time.