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folder
noun fold·er \ˈfōl-dər\
: a folded cover or large envelope for holding documents
: a collection of files or documents that are stored together on a computer
Full Definition of FOLDER
1
: one that folds
2
: a folded printed circular
3
a : a folded cover or large envelope for holding or filing loose papers b : an organizational element of a computer operating system used to group files or other folders together
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First Known Use of FOLDER
1552
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folder
noun fold·er \ˈfōl-dər\
Definition of FOLDER for Kids
1
: a folded cover or large envelope for loose papers <a manila folder>
2
: a folded printed sheet <a travel folder>
3
: a part of a computer operating system used to organize files
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