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Word: File Folder

Definition: A file folder is a type of folder that is used to hold and organize papers together. It is often made of cardboard or plastic and is designed to be placed in a filing cabinet, on a desk, or in a binder.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use a file folder to keep important documents, such as reports, letters, or schoolwork, organized.
• When you want to find a specific paper, it's helpful to have it in a file folder so that it doesn’t get lost among other papers.

Example Sentence:

• "I put all my tax documents in a file folder so I can easily find them when I need to."

Advanced Usage:

• In a professional setting, file folders may be color-coded or labeled to quickly identify different categories of documents, such as "Invoices," "Contracts," or "Reports."

Word Variants:

• File (verb): To arrange documents in a specific order, often using a file folder (e.g., "I need to file these papers in the correct folder.").
• Folder (noun): A general term for any type of folder that holds papers, which may not be specifically designed for filing.

Different Meanings:

• "File" can also refer to a collection of data or documents stored on a computer (e.g., "I saved the document as a PDF file.").
• "Folder" can refer to a digital folder on a computer that organizes files, similar to a physical file folder.

Synonyms:

• Binder
• Portfolio
• Organizer
• Document holder

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• "File away": To put documents in a file folder or to store something for future reference (e.g., "I will file away this receipt for my records.").
• "Get your ducks in a row": While not directly related to file folders, this idiom means to organize your tasks or documents effectively, similar to how one would use file folders.

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Noun

1. folder that holds papers together in a filing cabinet