file
n 1: a set of related records (either written or electronic) kept
together [syn: {data file}]
2: a line of persons or things ranged one behind the other
[syn: {single file}, {Indian file}]
3: a container for keeping papers in order [syn: {file cabinet},
{filing cabinet}]
4: a steel hand tool with small sharp teeth on some or all of
its surfaces; used for smoothing wood or metal
v 1: register in a public office or in a court of law; "file for
divorce"; "file a complaint" [syn: {register}]
2: smooth with a file; "file one's fingernails"
3: proceed in file
4: file a formal charge against; "The suspect was charged with
murdering his wife" [syn: {charge}, {lodge}]
5: place in a file [syn: {file away}]