FTP

American  

abbreviation

1. File Transfer Protocol: a software protocol for exchanging information between computers over a network.

2. any program that implements this protocol.

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verb (used with object)

FTPed, FTPing

1. (often lowercase) to send (files) to or receive (files) from a remote computer via FTP.

FTP British  

noun

1. file transfer protocol; the standard protocol used to transfer files across the internet, or a similar network, between computer systems

2. the program implementing this

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verb

1. (tr) to transfer (a file) in this way

FTP Scientific  

/ ĕf′tē-pē′ /

1. Short for File Transfer Protocol. A communications protocol governing the transfer of files between computers over a network.

2. Compare HTTP SMTP

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Etymology

Origin of FTP

First recorded in 1970–75

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Example Sentences

It’s also Wi-Fi ready, supporting the company’s AK File Drop utility that lets you transfer files wirelessly via PC, phone, or even an FTP on the same network.

From The Verge

The hackers were focused on SolarWinds’ Serv-U FTP software, with the presumed goal of accessing the company’s clients in the US defense industry.

From The Verge

If Mr. Will recommends that Democrats temper the tone of the FTP, perhaps he should also consider the thinly veiled white supremacist ploys that triggered such a reaction.

From Washington Post

Unable to alter the Constitution, Democrats now propose, with FTP, to ignore it.

From Washington Post

Google is releasing a new version of Chrome this week that will improve its dark mode support, alongside removing FTP and Adobe Flash support.

From The Verge