(computing) The part of the data division of a COBOL program that describes the format of the logical records associated with external files to be accessed by the progrem

(transitive) to remove using a file (the tool) / (intransitive) to depart in single file

(transitive) To reduce the size of something by filing (using the abrasive effects of a file).

plural of file type

(computing, especially MS-DOS) A file containing a series of instructions to be carried out by the operating system.

(Internet) To add (a user) to a kill file.

(Internet) A user's file listing the users of a newsgroup whose postings are to be ignored, or other criteria for ignoring posts.

Alternative spelling of file system

(idiomatic, humorous) The trash container; the wastebasket.

A short series of text characters at the end of a computer filename, used to indicate the type of contents and the software that will be required to operate or open it.