Definition of "file"

Kid-friendly meaning of file, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "file" mean?

file (noun) — a group of information saved on a computer with one name.

Part of speechNoun Syllables1 (file)

Example sentences using "file"

Grade K–2
Save the file.
Grade 3–5
I saved my project as a single file so my teacher could open it later.
Grade 6–8
Computers store everything as files, from photos to homework to entire video games, and learning to organize files into folders is a quiet skill few teach.

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