File Definition
file
noun
- a set of related records (either written or electronic) kept together
- a line of persons or things ranged one behind the other
- office furniture consisting of a container for keeping papers in order
- a steel hand tool with small sharp teeth on some or all of its surfaces; used for smoothing wood or metal
verb
- record in a public office or in a court of law; "file for divorce"; "file a complaint"
- smooth with a file; "file one's fingernails"
- proceed in line; "The students filed into the classroom"
- file a formal charge against; "The suspect was charged with murdering his wife"
- place in a container for keeping records; "File these bills, please"
"File" in song lyrics
See how file is used in real songs:
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"Judge not the culprit or pull the file"
3rd Bass — Problem Child -
"Vocals get laid down in the studio file"
9th Prince f/ Akir, AR.Change.L — Top Secret -
"been a while but I keep mechanicals on file"
Artifacts — Return to Da Wrongside
Words that rhyme with file
Usage tips for "file"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "file" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for file to find words that pair well.