FILE
/faɪl/
4-letter word · 7 Scrabble points · 8 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of FILE
noun
- A collection of papers collated and archived together.
- A roll or list.
verb
- To commit (official papers) to some office.
- To place in an archive in a logical place and order
noun
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A column of people one behind another, whether "single file" or in a large group with many files side by side.
"The troops marched in Indian file."
- A small detachment of soldiers.
verb
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To move in a file.
"The applicants kept filing into the room until it was full."
noun
- A hand tool consisting of a handle to which a block of coarse metal is attached, and used for removing sharp edges or for cutting, especially through metal.
- A cunning or resourceful person.
verb
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To smooth, grind, or cut with a file.
"I'd better file the bottoms of the table legs. Otherwise they will scratch the flooring."
verb
- To defile
- To corrupt
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Anagrams of FILE
lief7
life7
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About the word FILE
Is "FILE" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "FILE" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "FILE" worth?
In Scrabble, "FILE" is worth 7 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 8 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 21.
What does "FILE" mean?
A collection of papers collated and archived together.
What are the anagrams of "FILE"?
2 anagrams can be formed using the same letters as FILE: LIEF, LIFE.