(computing) A file input to a patch program. / (computing) A file containing changes to be applied to another file or files, usually changes made to a computer program that fix a programming bug.

(computing) A file produced by a diff program. / (computing) A file describing changes made to a computer file or files.

(law) A fee assessed against a party initiating a lawsuit, or other legal process, e.g. filing a patent.

A small file made of soft metal, or a board covered with fine sandpaper, for filing and shaping one's fingernails and toenails.

plural of filing fee

(programming) A file, usually in the form of source code, that is automatically included in another source file by the compiler. / (programming) A file that contains declarations but no implementations.

(transitive) To file (a lawsuit, a patent application, etc.) by means of computer technology.

simple past tense and past participle of e-file

A lightweight flattish cuboidal container with a hinged lid, suitable for storing a stack of papers.

A collection of folders in which documents are filed according to the future date on which each will need action.