a device (such as a box, folder, or cabinet) in which documents that you want to keep are stored so that they can be found easily
a collection of documents that have information you want to keep and that are stored so that they can be found easily
a collection of computer data that forms a single unit and that is given a particular name
2fileverb
to put (a document) in a place where it can be found easily : to place (something) in a file —often + away
to give (something, such as an official form or a legal document) to someone in authority so that it can be considered, dealt with, approved, etc. + for
to send (a story or report) to a newspaper
3filenoun
a metal tool that has sharp ridges and that is used to make rough surfaces smooth
4fileverb
to make something smooth by using a file
5filenoun
a row of people, animals, or things that form a line
