folder

[fohl-der]

noun

1. a person or thing that folds.

2. a printed sheet, as a circular or timetable, folded into a number of usually pagelike sections.

3. a folded sheet of light cardboard used to cover or hold papers, letters, etc., as in a file.

4. Computers.,  directory.

folder

/ ˈfəʊldə /

noun

1. a binder or file for holding loose papers, etc

2. a folded circular

3. a machine for folding printed sheets

4. a person or thing that folds

5. computing another name for directory

Word History and Origins

Origin of folder¹

First recorded in 1545–55; fold ¹ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Mrs Payne said following the opening of the stalking trial, she found a series of messages in her spam folder on Facebook Messenger, which were sent by Miss Wandelt.

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The folders included many a random blob and splodge, alongside happy snaps of the would-be Picassos making creations only a parent could love.

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Pro tip: print your spreadsheet and stash them in a folder.

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They held binders and manila folders that contained resumes and diplomas.

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Do you keep rolls of quarters in your car or a folder of parking apps on your phone?

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Related Words

• binder 
• file 
• pocket