ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Folder

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈfoʊɫdɚ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Folder is a noun meaning An organizer that papers are kept in, usually with an index tab, to be stored as a single unit in a filing cabinet.

Meaning

An organizer that papers are kept in, usually with an index tab, to be stored as a single unit in a filing cabinet.

More Meanings

  1. A machine or person that folds things.
  2. A folding knife, typically a pocketknife.
  3. (computing) A virtual container in a computer's file system, in which files and other folders may be stored. The files and subfolders in a folder are usually related.

Example Sentences

I keep all my schoolwork in a yellow folder.
My essays are in the folder named "Schoolwork".
A funny name for a knife, the Needs Work folder is purpose-built as a working folder, and includes a straight, plain-edge, modified-wharncliffe blade, and a comfortable, ergonomic handle.

Word Forms

Synonyms for folder

Depending on context, synonyms include directory, pamphlet, booklet, leaflet, brochure.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include booklet, pamphlet, brochure, leaflet, toolkit, pack.

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