Format Definition & Meaning
format
- noun
- the organization of information according to preset specifications (usually for computer processing)
- the general appearance of a publication
- verb
- set (printed matter) into a specific format; "Format this letter so it can be printed out"
- determine the arrangement of (data) for storage and display (in computer science)
- divide (a disk) into marked sectors so that it may store data; "Please format this disk before entering data!"
"Format" in song lyrics
See how format is used in real songs:
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"Get prepared to go to war, black, you know the format"
3rd Eye — If it Ain't Rough it Ain't Right -
"I skeezed all the freaks in the place, that was the format"
Above the Law — Menace to Society -
"These rappers be played out, spaced out, no format"
A.G. f/ Big Pun, KRS-One — Drop it Heavy
Words that rhyme with format
Usage tips for "format"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "format" 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 format to find words that pair well.
Use "format" in a verse
Now that you know what "format" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does format mean?
- the organization of information according to preset specifications (usually for computer processing) the general appearance of a publication set (printed matter) into a specific format; "Format this letter so it can be printed out" determine the arrangement of (data) for storage and display (in computer science) divide (a disk) into marked sectors so that it may store data; "Please format this disk before entering data!"
- What part of speech is format?
- Format is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does format have?
- Format has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).