noun
- plural of file; collections of papers or documents kept together
- plural of file; computer data stored under specific names
- plural of file; metal tools with rough surfaces used for smoothing or shaping
verb
- third person singular present of file; puts documents in order for storage
- third person singular present of file; submits official documents
Examples
- She organized all the files in alphabetical order.
- The computer crashed and corrupted several important files.
- He used metal files to smooth the rough edges of the wood.
- The students walked in neat files down the hallway.
- She files her tax return every April.
- The lawyer files a motion with the court tomorrow.
- Please save your files before shutting down the computer.
- The office files contain records dating back twenty years.