Antonyms for
file
A collection of papers collated and archived together.
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No Antonyms Found for File

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All Definitions for File

Below are all the dictionary definitions of file:

1A collection of papers collated and archived together.
2A roll or list.
3A course of thought
4A thread of narration.
5An aggregation of data on a storage device, identified by a name.
6A row of modular kitchen units and a countertop, consisting of cabinets and appliances below (dishwasher) and next to (stove/cooker) a countertop.
7To commit (official papers) to some office.
8(of a journalist) To submit (an article) to a newspaper or similar publication.
9To place in an archive in a logical place and order.
10To store a file (aggregation of data) on a storage medium such as a disc or another computer.
11To submit a formal request to some office.
12A column of people one behind another, whether "single file" or in a grid pattern.
13A small detachment of soldiers.
14One of the eight vertical lines of squares on a chessboard (i.e., those identified by a letter).
15To move in a file.
16A tool consisting of a strip or rod of hardened and coarse metal, used for removing sharp edges, shaping, and cutting, especially through metal
17Usually a hand tool.
18To smooth, grind, or cut with a file.
19To corrupt.
20To set in order
21To arrange, or lay away.
22A cunning or resourceful person.
23A pickpocket.
24To defile.
25A surname.
26Clipping of file cabinet. [(Canada, US) An item of office furniture comprising a set of either drawers, or shelves with individual doors or panels, sized to standard widths of file folders and traditionally used for the storage of files.]

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About antonyms for file

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