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- pronunciation:
- faIl
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Builder, Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
A file is something that holds or keeps papers or documents safe and in order. A file can be a paper folder in a desk or cabinet, or something similar to this where documents are kept on a computer.
I keep all of my assignments in a file on my computer.- similar words:
- catalog
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| definition 2: |
A file is a paper or document that is kept in a file. A file usually contains important information that someone wants to keep.
Schools keep files on all their students. |
| definition 3: |
A file of people is a line of people.
The children lined up in a single file.- similar words:
- row
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| related words: |
album |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
files, filing, filed |
| definition 1: |
When you file something, you put it in a file.
The secretary filed the reports in alphabetical order. |
| definition 2: |
When people file, they march in a line.
The students filed down the side of the auditorium and onto the stage to get their diplomas.The choir members filed down the aisle of the church.- similar words:
- march
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| derivation: |
filer (n.) |
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