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file

The word “file” has 1 syllable: file

It's pronounced as /faɪl/

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In the thesaurus, “file” has 53 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for file along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for file

Antonyms for file

Meanings of file

  • noun
    1. A collection of papers collated and archived together.
    2. A roll or list.
    3. Course of thought; thread of narration.
    4. An aggregation of data on a storage device, identified by a name.
    5. A column of people one behind another, whether "single file" or in a large group with many files side by side.
    6. A small detachment of soldiers.
    7. One of the eight vertical lines of squares on a chessboard (i.e., those identified by a letter). The analog horizontal lines are the ranks.
    8. A hand tool consisting of a handle to which a block of coarse metal is attached, and used for removing sharp edges or for cutting, especially through metal.
    9. A cunning or resourceful person.
  • verb
    1. To commit (official papers) to some office.
    2. To place in an archive in a logical place and order.
    3. To store a file (aggregation of data) on a storage medium such as a disc or another computer.
    4. (with for) To submit a formal request to some office.
    5. To set in order; to arrange, or lay away.
    6. To move in a file.
    7. To smooth, grind, or cut with a file.
    8. To defile.
    9. To corrupt.

Example Sentences

  • Please file these documents in the cabinet.
  • He decided to file a complaint with the authorities.
  • You can file your taxes online this year.
  • She helped file the paperwork for the new project.
  • The lawyer advised him to file a lawsuit immediately.

On this page you'll find 61 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to file, such as: amble, array, buff, burnish, chain, coarsen, column.

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